Tropicals & Tender Perennials: Lotus help, 1 by cottosnag

cottosnag wrote:
Here is a pic of my lotus I have started in my house--I have it under lites to keep it warm. Do I need to add more water and if so how much and should I add more dirt? Im afraid if I add more water that I cant keep it warm. In the past I have tried to start them and they always rot for me. The soil temperature is 70 degrees. One more question--when do I start to fertilize it and with what and how much. Im determined to get one to bloom!!! The name of the lotus is Sweet Carolina. Thanks Cheryl