Nymphaea Alba var. Rubra Water Lily, 3 Litre Potted Plant
Nymphaea Alba var. Rubra Water Lily, 3 Litre Potted Plant
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does the 3 litre lily need repotting straight away?
Does the 3 litre lily need repotting straight away?
No, at 3 litre size it doesn't need repotting straight away, though it will benefit from being moved into a larger basket as it grows.
How deep should I plant it?
How deep should I plant it?
Plant at a depth of 50 to 100 cm, lowering it gradually over a few days so the leaves can reach the surface.
When does it flower?
When does it flower?
It flowers from June to September.
Can I plant it near a fountain or moving water?
Can I plant it near a fountain or moving water?
No, it should be planted in still water away from splashing fountains, as moving water isn't suited to this plant.
What size pond does it need?
What size pond does it need?
It's a large-growing variety with a spread of 80 to 150 cm once established, so it suits bigger ponds rather than compact or formal ones.
A large-growing water lily suited to sunny ponds with still water, supplied as a single 3 litre potted plant. Its dark red flower centre fades into lighter outer petals, giving borders a distinctive two-tone bloom set against prolific green foliage.
Nymphaea Alba var. Rubra is a water lily closely related to Nymphaea Alba, but set apart by a dark red flower centre that fades into lighter petals toward the edge. This gives the bloom a distinctive two-tone look, and lush green foliage fills in around it. It suits ponds that get plenty of direct sun and still water, away from fountains or splashing, where it can establish properly. As a large-growing variety, it's suited to bigger ponds that can accommodate its eventual spread, rather than compact or formal ones. The plant is supplied as a 3 litre potted lily, ready to go into the pond. At this size it doesn't need repotting straight away, though moving it into a larger basket later on will support further growth. Out of season, plants may still be available, but could be supplied cut back rather than in full leaf.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Sun/Shade | Full sun |
| Flowering season | June to September |
| Colour | Red |
| Growth rate | Large |
| Care instructions | Plant in still water away from splashing fountains. Lower gradually so the leaves can stretch to the surface within a few days. Remove dead leaves and flowers during the growing season. |
| Planting depth | 50-100 cm |
| Spread | 80-150 cm |
| Flowers | Jun to Sep |
Delivery information
These plants are delivered to selected UK mainland postcodes.
Delivery charges for these plants
- £6.00 for plant orders weighing up to 1.9 kg in total.
- £9.60 for plant orders weighing over 1.9 kg, up to 30 kg.
This charge covers the plants in your order. Other items in the same order may be delivered separately, with their own delivery charge.
Delivery is not available to certain postcode areas, including parts of Scotland such as the Highlands and Islands, and other restricted locations, including Northern Ireland, the Isle of Man and the Channel Islands.
The delivery options and charges available for your address are shown at checkout.
From October to February, orders are dispatched on Tuesdays only. Plants ordered outside the growing season may arrive cut back.
Express Delivery is not available for these products.
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