Common Name: Ben Gibson Lotus
A hybrid by Perry D. Slocum from 1988, named after one of his stepsons. It is a prolific bloomer with slightly double flowers, yellow at the bases of the petals and pink towards the edges. Unusual is the lifespan of the single flowers, it can last for up to 7 days.
Scientific name: Nelumbo 'Ben Gibson'
Hardiness: Hardy
Flower Color: Red
Flower Type: Double
Size: Medium
Available as: Tuber