Water Gardening: New Lotus Bloom, 1 by darlindeb

darlindeb wrote:
They can get a bit pot bound after three to five years. This is a photo of one I turned upside down and am getting ready to divide. I've divided them in the fall and stored them over winter. (That's a whole other story) Anyway, I think the best time is usually just before spring really starts which is about the mid of March to the end of March where I am. Make sure to wear clothes you don't care about and I'd suggest rubber gloves or disposable gloves. It's kind of a stinky process, too. I think I'd describe the odor as primordial. Be prepared to spend some time when you do it. The tubers are brittle and easily break if you don't handle them in a gentle fashion.

Since this picture, I've moved to using a lower shallower pot for lotus.