Nymphaea Hardy Lily
Best elegant floral addition for medium to large backyard ponds.
These peony-like blooms bring a sophisticated, high-contrast elegance to your water garden that standard lilies simply can't match. You’ll need a spacious pond to accommodate their aggressive six-foot spread, but the reward is a fragrant, long-lasting display that stays open well into the evening.
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Who it's for
- Pond keepers looking for natural, chemical-free algae control
- Gardeners seeking a sophisticated, high-impact focal point
- Pond owners wanting low-maintenance, reliable perennial blooms
Who should skip it
- Owners of small ponds wanting to avoid invasive spread
- Owners of shaded ponds or shallow water features
- Gardeners who prefer a hands-off, permanent planting experience
Performance breakdown
Bloom Aesthetics
Peony-like white flowers provide a high-end, elegant visual impact.
Hardiness Range
Exceptional adaptability across zones 3 through 11 ensures reliable seasonal growth.
Fragrance Profile
Late-opening blooms offer a lingering sensory experience for evening pond enjoyment.
Establishment Ease
Bare root tuber format requires careful planting to ensure successful root development.
Pond Compatibility
Safe for fish and invertebrates while thriving in diverse water depths.
Growth Coverage
Rapid spread creates substantial surface cover for medium to large ponds.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zones
3-11
Bloom Size
4-6 inches
Mature Spread
Up to 6 feet wide
Water Depth
6-30 inches
pH Range
6.0-8.0
Hardiness GH
6-18
Packaging
Bare Root
Light Requirement
High Light
Aquarium Placement
Floating
Growth Rate
Moderate, Fast
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