Waterlily - Pygmaea Rubra

Miniature Waterlily - Red

The flowers of this exquisite lily open reddish-pink and darken gracefully as they age. Nymphaea ‘Pygmaea Rubra’ has a compact habit which makes it perfect for even the smallest ponds as it is the tiniest of the red varieties. It is also well suited to patio pools and small, shallow water features.

Position: Full Sun
Planting depth: In water from 15cm (6’’) to 40cm (16") below water level
Growth rate: Slow
Flowering Period: June to September
Hardiness: Semi Hardy to - 5°C
Size: Spread: 45cm (18")

Aquatic pot and compost variations

Aquatic plants come in a variety of pot and compost variations that have different benefits for planting and growing.

Mesh Pot | (Aquatic Compost)
Pot can be removed and plant can be planted directly into soil or margins above or below the water line. Pot and plant can also be placed directly into water to be container grown, but will still need repotting in time.

Pot | AQ (Aquatic Compost)
Pot must be removed and plant should be planted directly into soil or margins above or below the water line.

Pot | (Regular Compost)
Pot must be removed and plant should be planted directly into soil or margins above the water line. Cannot be planted directly into soil below the water line.