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While the mature bud of the lotus is very beautiful, I like the first day of the open flower. But there is a problem. On the first day the flower opens around 8 to 9AM and closes at noon.
On the second and third day the lotus opens fully. If the day is calm and dry the flower may last to the fourth day.