Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Vibrant orange blooms, aquatic or semi‑aquatic
Growth Habit
Upright stems with floating leaves
Bloom Season
Summer to autumn
Flavour Profile
Not applicable
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Non‑GMO flower seeds
Plant Type
Perennial aquatic plant
Planting Season
Spring to early summer
Fruit Size
Not applicable
Plant Height
30–60 cm
Light Requirement
Full sun
Water Needs
High
Hardiness Zones
9–11
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
20–30 cm
Planting Depth
5–8 cm
Growing Conditions
Warm
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an actual hybrid of a rose and a lotus, or a common/trade name?
Is this an actual hybrid of a rose and a lotus, or a common/trade name?
"Gulab Rose Lotus" appears to be a descriptive trade name rather than a recognized botanical hybrid. It's grown as an aquatic or semi-aquatic flowering plant, not a genetic cross between true roses and true lotus.
Do the orange blooms smell like roses?
Do the orange blooms smell like roses?
Since this plant is grown in water like a lotus rather than in soil like a garden rose, its fragrance profile is more likely to resemble a lotus-type bloom rather than a classic rose scent.
Do the flowers look more like a rose or a lotus?
Do the flowers look more like a rose or a lotus?
The name suggests layered, rose-like petal form combined with a lotus-style aquatic bloom, though appearance can vary; product photos are the best guide to the exact flower shape you'll get.
Does this flower carry any cultural or symbolic significance in India?
Does this flower carry any cultural or symbolic significance in India?
Lotus flowers hold deep symbolic meaning in Indian culture, often representing purity and spiritual growth in Hindu and Buddhist traditions, which may be part of this variety's appeal.
Can this plant survive winter in a pond outside zones 9–11?
Can this plant survive winter in a pond outside zones 9–11?
In cooler climates, the plant may die back or fail to survive freezing water. Gardeners outside its warm hardiness range often grow it in containers that can be moved indoors for winter.
Do the blooms attract bees or other pollinators in a pond setting?
Do the blooms attract bees or other pollinators in a pond setting?
Aquatic and semi-aquatic flowers like this one can still draw bees and other flying insects to their nectar, functioning similarly to pollinator-friendly blooms grown on land.