Tropical Waterlilies Species List :
1- Queen of Siam Waterlily
Characteristics and requirements of the Queen of Siam Water Lily are:
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Hardy Zones: 10-11 [See Map]
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Planting Depth: 6-18" over crown.
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Spread: 4-6' diameter.
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Foliage: Heavily mottled pads, viviparous.
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Sunlight:6+ hours of direct sun.
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Flower: Lovely deep pink blossoms.
One of my favorites. This picture was taken from my pond last year. This outstanding flowering tropical has double deep raspberry-pink blooms and striking highly mottled leaves with purple and maroon. An outstanding tropical lily. that will stay open later in the day. Viviparous, free flowering and fragrant.
Size: Medium to Large with a 3′ – 5’spread.
Planting Depth: 6-40”
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Hardiness Zones: 9 – 11
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2-Blue Beauty Waterlily
Characteristics and requirements of the Blue Beauty Water Lily are:
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Hardy Zones: 10-11 [See Map]
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Planting Depth: 6-18" over crown.
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Spread: 5-7' diameter.
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Foliage: Large dark green foliage.
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Sunlight: 4-6 hours of direct sun.
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Flower: Very large sky blue blooms, sweet fragrance.
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Enjoy Summer Long Bloom Times
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Increase Shade Across Pond Surface
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Promote Natural Filtration
The Blue Beauty Tropical Water Lily has large, sky-blue, star shaped flowers that have a spicy sweet fragrance. This blue tropical water lily is a profuse bloomer throughout the growing season. One of the greatest tropical water lilies of all time. An excellent choice for any size water garden.
3- Star of Siam Waterlily
Characteristics and requirements of the Star of Siam Water Lily are:
Hardy Zones: 10-11 [See Map]
Planting Depth: 6-18" over crown.
Spread: 4-6' diameter.
Foliage: Marooon and green mottled leaves.
Sunlight: 4-6 hours of direct sun.
Flower: Beautiful light violet-blue flowers.
Nymphaea 'Star of Siam'
Star of Siam has vibrant blue, star-shaped blooms. The white stamens are tipped with violet, creating the star effect. The maroon and green foliage accents the blue flowers creating a striking center-piece for any size water garden.
CHARACTERISTICS: Non-Viviparous - Free Flowering, Fragrant, Vibrant Blue
SIZE: MEDIUM (4' to 6' Spread)
PLANTING CONTAINER: We recommend a 2 gallon solid planting container or a medium planting bag.
LIGHT REQUIREMENTS: FULL SUN
WATER DEPTH: 12" TO 30" (Maximum water depth is for mature water lilies)
USDA HARDINESS ZONES: 10-11
4-Tina Waterlily
Characteristics and requirements of the Tina Water Lily are:
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Hardy Zones: 10-11 [See Map]
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Planting Depth: 6-18" over crown.
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Spread: 4-5' diameter.
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Foliage: Light green leaves, viviparous.
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Sunlight: 4-6 hours of direct sun.
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Flower: Deep violet-purple, cup-shaped blooms, nice fragrance.
Truly exotic. This waterlily blooms exuberantly and adapts to any size pond. Colors of deep violet purple fading to lighter purple with green leaves. Viviparous (more told tolerant). This lily will adapt to sun or partial shade.
Size: Medium (4′ to 7′ Spread)
Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Depth: 12″ TO 30″ (Maximum water depth is for mature water lilies)
Hardiness Zones: 9-11
Tina purple tropical water lily is a very good bloomer. It has deep violet purple blossoms that are very fragrant. With its long growing season it is adaptable to any size pond. It will stay open later in the day.
CHARACTERISTICS: Viviparous (more cold tolerant) - Free Flowering, Very Fragrant, Deep Violet Purple
SIZE: MEDIUM (4' to 7' Spread)
LIGHT REQUIREMENTS: FULL SUN - PARTIAL SHADE
WATER DEPTH: 12" TO 30" (Maximum water depth is for mature water lilies)
USDA HARDINESS ZONES: 9-11
Bloom Size: 3-5"
Bloom Shape: Stellate
Petals Per Bloom: 15-16
Tina Tropical Water Lily In India
5-William McLane Waterlily
Characteristics and requirements of the William McLane Water Lily are:
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Hardy Zones: 10-11 [See Map]
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Planting Depth: 6-18" over crown.
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Spread: 4-6' diameter.
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Foliage: Green leaves mottled with reddish purple.
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Sunlight: 4-6 hours of direct sun.
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Flower: Purple flowers.
Nymphaea 'William McLane'
Strikingly beautiful specimen, this waterlily was the first to receive the prestigious Banksian Award given by the International Water Gardening Society in 1997. Standout flowers are large with a deep violet-blue color. The pads are chocolate with bright green streaks.
Hybridized by Florida Aquatic Nursery 1997. Free flowering. Nonviviparous.
Flower color: Blue
Flower size: 5-7"
Overall spread: 4-5'
Leaf size: 10-11"
Light: Full sun
Recommended container size: 7.5 qt or larger.
6-Albert Greenburg Waterlily
Characteristics and requirements of the Albert Greenburg Water Lily are:
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Hardy Zones: 10-11 [See Map]
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Planting Depth: 6-18" over crown.
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Spread: 5-8' diameter.
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Foliage: Heavily mottled leaves.
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Sunlight: Tolerates partial shade.
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Flower: Rosy yellow cup-shaped bloom.
Albert Greenburg tropical water lily has light orange to rose-pink blooms that are delightful. This water lily is fragrant and has heavily mottled foliage. It is a profuse bloomer and tolerates partial shade. Will stay open later in the day.
CHARACTERISTICS: Non-Viviparous - Free Flowering, Fragrant, Light Orange to Rose-Pink
SIZE: MEDIUM (5-8' Spread)
LIGHT REQUIREMENTS: FULL SUN - PARTIAL SHADE
WATER DEPTH: 12" TO 30" (Maximum water depth is for mature water lilies)
USDA HARDINESS ZONES: 10-11
Bloom Size: 6-7"
Bloom Shape: Cup-shaped
Petals Per Bloom: 20
7-Trudy Slocum Waterlily
Characteristics and requirements of the Trudy Slocum Water Lily are:
Night blooming lilies typically open in late afternoon and close the following mid-morning.
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Hardy Zones: 10-11 [See Map]
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Planting Depth: 6-18" over crown.
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Spread: 5-7' diameter.
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Foliage: Shiny green serated pads.
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Sunlight: 4-6 hours of direct sun.
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Flower: Large white blooms, pungent fragrance. Night blooming.
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Enjoy Nighttime Blooms
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Increase Shade Across Pond Surface
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Promote Natural Filtration
The Trudy Slocum Water Lily is an outstanding white night-blooming tropical water lily with a pleasant fragrance. Pads can reach 12+ inches across when fully matured and are emerald green. The snow-white flowers can be 7"-8" across with blooms opening just before dusk.
Beautiful snow white flowers can be 4"-8" across. The flowers are fragrant and the lily pads are emerald green. Trudy Slocum is a favorite night blooming water lily for the water garden.
CHARACTERISTICS: Non-Viviparous - Very Free Flowering, Slight Fragrance, Snow White
SIZE: MEDIUM (5' to 7' Spread)
LIGHT REQUIREMENTS: FULL SUN
WATER DEPTH: 12" TO 30" (Maximum water depth is for mature water lilies)
USDA HARDINESS ZONES: 10-11
Bloom Size: 6-8"
Bloom Shape: Platter
Petals Per Bloom: 20-30
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