Nymphaea 'Meteor' (Aka Rembrandt) - Red Hardy Lily

This lily performs best when planted at a water depth between 6 and 36 inches. Ensure the rhizome is securely rooted in a pond-safe substrate at the bottom of your container or pond floor.

Yes, the 'Meteor' is a hardy variety suitable for USDA Zones 3 through 11. In colder regions, ensure the rhizome is deep enough in the water to remain below the ice line during winter.

Because it is a fast-growing plant, you should allow for a spread of 3 to 5 feet. It is best suited for medium to large ponds where it has enough surface area to thrive without overcrowding other plants.

No CO2 is required for this aquatic plant. While it is easy to care for, adding a standard aquatic plant fertilizer tablet to the substrate during the growing season can help support its rapid growth and abundant blooming.

This variety requires high light conditions to produce its signature red, peony-shaped blooms. For the best results, place it in an area of your pond that receives full, direct sun throughout the day.

The plant is supplied as a bare root rhizome. Upon arrival, plant it in an aquatic basket or directly into the pond substrate, ensuring the growing tip is positioned upward and covered with a layer of gravel to keep it anchored.