Description
Green Lotus, is a single, cactus dahlia type, medium large flower, semi-double on well-established plants; opens in shades of cream and lime green, pink streaks particularly toward the tips of the petals. Multiple rows of crimped, ruffled and curved petals surround a yellow boss. Green Lotus stamens and filaments are yellow, the prominent carpels are green, the stigmas cream colored. A side bud is typically seen on some stems. Mild fragrance. Very satisfying plant habit, vigorous and free flowering, grows a stately, medium height bush. The foliage is deep green and glossy. A curious novelty with reliable performance in the landscape.
Awards, Best Use & Distinctions
BeeLoved®; Best Landscaper®; Novelty variety; Fragrant; general garden and landscape use; hybridizing; attracts pollinators and honey bees; deer resistant.
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Basic Growing Requirements
Full Sun. Water as needed, sensitive to overwatering and waterlog conditions. Soil pH 6.5-7. Fertile, well-draining soil.
Disclosure
The image(s) above shows the actual cultivar named and described on this page. The pictures are a fair and accurate depiction of the flowers as they are, in vivo, and are not staged or altered otherwise. The descriptions are based on our experience with plants that are grown by us here in NW Missouri.
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