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Lotus seeds


There have been several postings recently about propagation of lotus from seed.

There seem to be tropical varieties and 'hardy' varieties.

Several years ago I purchased some hardy seeds from a northern US company
(name forgotten) which specialized in plants for pond renovation. I cut
through the outer coat and placed in water. Sprouting was very fast. I
didn't have the inclination to continue the growing process...I sadly let
the plants pass on. I understand that flowering takes a root at least a year
old.

A few years later I visited Bali. 
I was given some lotus seed by a gardener who was working at a pond. 

Might I assume that the Bali lotus would be impossible to grow out to
flowering size root even if I overwinter kept the root wet in soil in a pot
in a 55F basement?

Second, regards to the hardy ... during the winter, is it best to lower the
pot to the deep part of my pond, or should I keep the root wet in soil in a
pot in basement?

My pond is 5000 gallon with shelf edges. Maximum depth is about 40 inches
(does not totally freeze). Location: eastern Long Island, NewYork, warm zone 7.

regards
Joel





 
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