Floating jewels that transform any pond. Pads provide shade for fish while flowers dazzle above.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Jun to Sep
- USDA Zones
- 4-10
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- High - consistently moist
- Mature Height
- 1-6"
- Bloom Colors
- WhitePinkYellow
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About This Name
Nymphaea is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Water Lily unambiguously. The genus Nymphaea places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Water Lily, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Nymphaea will give you the most precise results.