Nymphaea tetragona - P11

Description
With its white flowers from June to September, Pygmy waterlily (Nymphaea tetragona) is an extremely decorative aquatic plant that is particularly suitable for areas such as ponds. It prefers humus-rich, nutrient-rich soil in a sunny position. The Pygmy waterlily is well tolerant of frost. The flat plant usually reaches a height of approx. 10 cm.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Nymphaea pygmaea.

Bulletpoints
* decorative flowers

Frost hardiness
The Pygmy waterlily has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Flat.

Water depth
10 - 20 cm

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Water lilies love calm waters, so a fountain and other wave generators should be avoided in a water lily pond.

Flower
The white, cupped flowers appear from June to September.

Use
pond