Nymphaea 'Attraction Red' Hardy Lily
Best low-maintenance aquatic plant for beginner pond owners in hot climates.
This is the ultimate low-maintenance showstopper for any water garden. It thrives in sweltering heat and blooms aggressively all summer, though you’ll need to manage its rapid growth to keep your pond from becoming a total lily takeover.
$34.83
at
Play It Koi
Who it's for
- Pond keepers looking for natural algae management solutions
- Gardeners seeking a dramatic focal point for water features
- Pond owners wanting low-maintenance perennial blooms
Who should skip it
- Owners of small patio ponds or limited container gardens
- Gardeners with shaded or low-light pond locations
- People preferring a hands-off, maintenance-free aquatic plant
Performance breakdown
Climate Adaptability
Thrives across a massive range of hardiness zones from three to eleven.
Beginner Friendliness
Robust growth habits make this an ideal choice for novice pond keepers.
Bloom Consistency
Provides reliable, free-flowering garnet color throughout the entire summer season.
Growth Velocity
Rapid development quickly establishes coverage across the water surface.
Maintenance Effort
Requires minimal intervention to maintain health and aesthetic appeal.
Floral Utility
Fragrant blooms perform surprisingly well when harvested for indoor arrangements.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zones
3-11
Color
Green pads/ salmon blooms
Sunlight Requirement
Full sun, at least 6 hours/day
Mature Spread
3-5 feet
Growth Rate
Fast
Water Depth
12-24 inches, up to three feet deep
Packaging
Bare Root
Aquarium Placement
Floating
Plant Form
Floating Plant
Substrate Requirement
Floating
Know before you buy
Still have a question?
Ask Metto anything about the Nymphaea 'Attraction Red' Hardy Lily before you decide.