Nymphaea Wanvisa Water Lily

Waterlilies prefer calm, still water, away from fountains, pumps, cascades or other turbulence. Plant Nymphaea Wanvisa water lilies in full sun to promote flowering. They are best planted in aquatic compost, or heavy clay-based loam, in an aquatic basket. The flowers of this unique variety are predominantly pink with cream flecks but sometimes they are part or all yellow. The leaves are unusually dark and speckled and it grows and flowers well. It was voted ‘Best New Water Lily’ in 2010, the first hardy variety to win the award.

Nymphaea Wanvisa Water Lily are an excellent choice of pond plant for any size of pond. Plant N. Wanvisa Water Lily in still water away from splashing fountains. Lower the water lily gradually so the leaves can stretch to the surface within a few days. Remove dead leaves and flowers during the growing season.

Lily spread and planting depths are provided as a guide only, with the depth being the amount of water above the crown. In shallow water excessive leaf growth will rise above the surface and reduce flower blooms. The leaves of lilies shade the pond providing shelter for fish from predators such as herons, and reducing sunlight exposure to prevent algae growth.

How do you look after water lilies in the winter?

For hardy water lily plants, the key to over-wintering water lilies like the Nymphaea Wanvisa Water Lily is to move them to the deepest part of your pond. This will insulate the water lilly plant a little from repeated freezing and thawing which limit your water lily’s chance of surviving the cold. For a helpful guide to planting and maintaining water lily pond plants please click here.