Water Lily
Perennial

Water Lily

Nymphaea

Floating jewels that transform any pond. Pads provide shade for fish while flowers dazzle above.

Bloom Season
Jun - Sep
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Sun Requirements
Full Sun6+ hours direct
Water Needs
High
Consistently moist
Size & Zones
1-6" tall
USDA Zones 4-10
Bloom Colors
White
Pink
Yellow
Traits
Fragrant Pollinator Friendly
Soil
Clay
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