Lotus can be divided into ornamental and edible. Generally, the lotus commonly seen belongs to the ornamental category. The flowering period of this kind of lotus is from June to September in summer. The ornamental value is the highest around June to August, and the flowering is the most prosperous. During this period, a flower usually blooms every 2-5 days. The flowering period of the whole lotus is longer, and a single flower lasts for about 3-4 days.Flowering time varies according to regional differences, the areas south of the Yangtze River Basin because of the rapid rise in temperature, so flowering time is earlier, the areas north of the Yangtze River Basin flowering time will be later.The blooming period of lotus is related to varieties, some of which blossom earlier, some of which are late-maturing varieties, and can also be delayed by short sunshine.Edible lotus is sown in spring and viewed in September-October, which is different from ornamental lotus, and the time is later.
Lotus has many colors, such as white, red, pink, yellow, purple, dark blue, gray green and so on. In addition to the common colors, there are many changes in color.The flowers are relatively rich and highly ornamental, and the flower language represented by various colors of lotus is different.
