LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Aquatic blooms, ornamental
GROWTH HABIT
Spreading
BLOOM SEASON
Summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Non-GMO
PLANT TYPE
Aquatic plant
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
N/A
PLANT HEIGHT
Floating
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Aquatic
HARDINESS ZONES
3–10
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
60–90 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
Shallow water
GROWING CONDITIONS
Growing Conditions:
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Water Lily produce floating flowers above the water surface?
Can Water Lily produce floating flowers above the water surface?
Yes. The blooms rise gracefully above or rest on the water surface, creating an elegant display in ponds and water gardens.
Do the flowers open and close at specific times of the day?
Do the flowers open and close at specific times of the day?
Yes. Many water lily varieties open their blooms during daylight hours and close them again in the evening.
Can Water Lily be grown in ornamental ponds and water containers?
Can Water Lily be grown in ornamental ponds and water containers?
Yes. It grows well in ponds, water gardens, and large aquatic containers with calm, shallow water.
Will the floating leaves help shade the water surface?
Will the floating leaves help shade the water surface?
Yes. The broad floating leaves provide shade, helping create a balanced aquatic environment and reducing excessive sunlight on the water.
Can the flowers attract bees and other pollinators?
Can the flowers attract bees and other pollinators?
Yes. The blooms attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects during the flowering period.
How is Water Lily different from Lotus?
How is Water Lily different from Lotus?
Water Lilies (Nymphaea species) have floating leaves and flowers that rest on or just above the water, while Lotus (Nelumbo species) produces leaves and flowers that rise well above the water surface.