Nymphaea Pygmaea alba - Pygmy White Water Lily
This enchanting water lily has miniature, cup-shaped white flowers and is the smallest of the white lilies. It is well suited to patio pools and small, shallow water features.
Ready to Plant – This plant comes ready potted in aquatic soil.
- Flowers: Jun - Sep
- Growth Rate: Dwarf
- Spread: 30cm - 50cm
- Recommended Planting Depth: 20cm - 50cm
- Native to British Isles: No (however this plant is not classed as an invasive species and is suitable for home pond use)
- Encourages Wildlife Pollinators: No
- Preferred Position: Full Sun
- Pond Plant Category: Lilies
Nymphaea Pygmaea alba - Not only are they beautiful to look at when flowering, the leaves shade the water helping to reduce algae and providing shelter for animals and help protect fish from predators such as herons.
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.