Nymphaea consists of rhizomatous, aquatic perennials that grow beneath the water's surface. They produce rounded, floating leaves and notable cup- or bowl-shaped flowers, which can be fragrant and appear in various colors. These blooms are positioned on or above the water and give way to submerged fruits resembling berries.

Nymphaea

Nymphaea 'A. Siebert' (T/D)

Nymphaea 'Afterglow' is a robust aquatic perennial that grows to a medium to large size. Its rounded leaves are a rich green, often exhibiting a subtle pink hue. From June to September, this plant produces an abundance of large, fragrant blossoms in shades of pink, orange, and yellow. Dwarf or small varieties achieve widths of 30–60 cm (1–2 ft) and thrive in water depths of 30–45 cm (12–18 in). Medium types can expand to 60–120 cm (2–4 ft) wide, requiring water levels of 45–75 cm (18–30 in). Large cultivars can reach widths of up to 2.4 m (8 ft) and need water depths of 75–120 cm (30 in–4 ft). Refer to the plant label for specific planting depth recommendations in your pond.

Nymphaea 'Afterglow' (T/D)

Nymphaea 'Alba Plenissima' (H)

Nymphaea 'Albatros' is a hardy aquatic perennial that produces sizeable, lightly-scented, white double blooms reaching up to 20 cm across. Its broad leaves emerge deep purple and gradually transition to green as the growing season progresses.

Nymphaea 'Albatros' Latour-Marliac (H)

Nymphaea 'Albert Greenberg' (T/D)

Nymphaea 'Albida'

Nymphaea 'Almost Black' is a perennial water plant characterized by its rounded foliage, which starts as a bronze hue before maturing to a dark green shade. It produces double flowers that can grow up to 20 cm in diameter, displaying a deep red color. Dwarf or small varieties of this species typically expand to a width of 30–60 cm (1–2 ft) and thrive in water depths of 30–45 cm (12–18 in). Medium varieties can grow between 60–120 cm (2–4 ft) wide, requiring water levels between 45–75 cm (18–30 in). Large varieties may spread up to 2.4 m (8 ft) wide and need water depths of 75–120 cm (30 in–4 ft). Refer to the plant label for specific planting depth recommendations for your pond.

Nymphaea 'Almost Black' (H)

Nymphaea 'Amabilis' is a hardy aquatic perennial characterized by its rounded foliage, initially displaying a reddish hue before maturing to a dark green. This plant produces star-shaped pink blossoms that can reach up to 20 cm in diameter, featuring prominent deep yellow stamens.

Nymphaea 'Amabilis' (H)

Nymphaea 'American Star' (H)

Nymphaea 'Andreaa Berthold' (H)

Nymphaea 'Andreana' is a water-loving perennial known for its oval, mid-green leaves that feature red mottling, reaching lengths of up to 20 cm. This variety produces cup-shaped red blossoms, which can grow as wide as 20 cm, showcasing prominent yellow stamens that rise above the water's surface.

Nymphaea 'Andreana' (H)

Nymphaea 'Angelique' (H)

Nymphaea 'Anna Epple' (H)

Nymphaea 'Anne Emmet' (T/D)

Nymphaea 'Antares' (T/N)

Nymphaea 'Aphrodite' (H)

Nymphaea 'Apple Blossom Pink' Slocum

Nymphaea 'Apple Blossom Pink' misapplied

Nymphaea 'Apricot Pink' (T)

Nymphaea 'Aquarius' (T/D)

Nymphaea 'Arabian Nights' (T/D)

Nymphaea 'Arc-en-ciel' (H)

Nymphaea 'Arctic Maiden'

Nymphaea 'Arethusa' (H)

Nymphaea 'Arundel' (H)

Nymphaea 'Atropurpurea' is a hardy aquatic perennial characterized by its broad, ovate leaves that can reach up to 25 cm in diameter. The foliage starts off in a deep maroon hue before transitioning to a dark green as it matures. During the summer months, this variety produces an abundance of deep red flowers, which initially appear in a cup shape and later develop into star-like formations, measuring up to 18 cm across. The flowers feature prominent yellow-orange stamens, contributing to their overall appeal.

Nymphaea 'Atropurpurea' (H)

Nymphaea 'Attorney Elrod' (H)

Nymphaea 'Attraction' (H) is a hardy perennial characterized by its wide, ovate leaves that exhibit a bronze hue. This water lily produces cup-shaped flowers in a deep rose-red shade, adorned with white speckles, and features prominent yellow stamens at the center.

Nymphaea 'Attraction' (H)

Nymphaea 'August Koch' (T/D)

Nymphaea 'Augustus McCray' (H)

Nymphaea 'Aurora' is a deciduous aquatic perennial that can spread up to 1.5 meters in width. It features green leaves adorned with purple mottling. The flowers, measuring 5 centimeters across, begin as yellow and transition to a reddish hue with age, showcasing orange centers in their star-shaped form.

Nymphaea 'Aurora' (H)

Nymphaea 'Avalanche' (T/D)

Nymphaea 'Awesome' (H)

Nymphaea 'Ballerina'

Nymphaea 'Barbara Davies' (H)

Nymphaea 'Barbara Dobbins' is a robust, compact aquatic perennial that produces an abundance of blooms. Its foliage consists of small, rounded dark-green leaves marked with purple splotches. From June to September, it showcases large, cup-shaped flowers that transition from peach to yellow with pink undertones, influenced by environmental conditions.

Nymphaea 'Barbara Dobbins' (H)

Nymphaea 'Baroness Orczy' (H)

Nymphaea 'Barre Hellquist' (T)

Nymphaea 'Bateau' (H)

Nymphaea 'Berit Strawn' (H)

Nymphaea 'Bernice Ikins' (H)

Nymphaea 'Berthold' (H)

Nymphaea 'Betsy Sakata' (H)

Nymphaea 'Betty Lou' is a tropical aquatic perennial known for its compact growth and abundant flowering. The plant features dense, rounded leaves with a medium green hue, displaying a pinkish-brown underside. Its star-shaped blossoms emerge from summer and continue into autumn, showcasing purple-blue outer petals that transition to a lighter shade towards the center, which is pink. This species can thrive in milder regions of the UK, although it is advisable to remove it from the water and store it in a warm greenhouse during winter months to protect it from cold temperatures. For size references, smaller cultivars typically spread 30–60 cm (1–2 ft) and prefer water depths of 30–45 cm (12–18 in). Medium cultivars extend 60–120 cm (2–4 ft) in width and require water depths of 45–75 cm (18–30 in). Larger varieties can reach widths of up to 2.4 m (8 ft) and need water depths ranging from 75–120 cm (30 in–4 ft). Always consult the plant label for specific planting depth recommendations in your pond.

Nymphaea 'Betty Lou' (T)

Nymphaea 'Black Cherry' (H)

Nymphaea 'Black Princess' is a hardy aquatic perennial characterized by its oval leaves, which can grow to 25 cm in diameter, initially displaying a deep maroon hue before transitioning to dark green. The plant produces peony-shaped flowers that measure up to 15 cm across, featuring deep red petals and dark purple centers, accented by yellow stamens. These blooms appear abundantly throughout the summer months.

Nymphaea 'Black Princess' (H)

Nymphaea 'Bleeding Heart' (H)

Nymphaea 'Blue Beauty' (T/D)

Nymphaea 'Blue Bonanza' (T)

Nymphaea 'Blue Daisy' (T/D)

Nymphaea 'Blue Horizon' (T/D)

Nymphaea 'Blue Whistle' (T/D)

Nymphaea 'Blushing Bride' (H)

Nymphaea 'Bory de Saint-Vincent' (H)

Nymphaea 'Brakeleyi Rosea' (H)

Nymphaea 'Bua Rapee' (H)

Nymphaea 'Bull's Eye'

Nymphaea 'Burgundy Princess' (H)

Nymphaea 'Candidissima Rosea' (H)

Nymphaea 'Candidissima' (H)

Nymphaea 'Cardinal' (H)

Nymphaea 'Carnea' (T/D)

Nymphaea 'Carolina Sunset' (H)

Nymphaea 'Caroliniana Nivea' is an aquatic perennial characterized by its rounded, light green foliage. This variety produces aromatic white blooms that can reach up to 15 cm in diameter, featuring prominent yellow stamens.

Nymphaea 'Caroliniana Nivea' (H)

Nymphaea 'Caroliniana Perfecta' (H)

Nymphaea 'Caroliniana Rosea' (H)

Nymphaea 'Caroliniana' (H)

Nymphaea 'Celebration' (H)

Nymphaea 'Charlene Strawn' is a perennial aquatic plant featuring rounded leaves that can reach up to 20 cm in diameter. Its fragrant blooms emerge continuously from early summer through early autumn, measuring 15 cm across. The flowers are pale yellow and showcase prominent yellow stamens, positioned just above the water's surface.

Nymphaea 'Charlene Strawn' (H)

Nymphaea 'Charles de Meurville' is a robust aquatic perennial that can extend up to 1.5 meters in width. Its foliage consists of green leaves that can reach sizes of 25 centimeters across. During the summer months, this plant produces flowers that can grow to 20 centimeters in diameter. The outer petals are a light pink, while the inner petals exhibit a deeper pink-red hue.

Nymphaea 'Charles de Meurville' (H)

Nymphaea 'Charles' Choice' (H)

Nymphaea 'Cherokee' (H)

Nymphaea 'Chompoo Nix' (H)

Nymphaea 'Chompoo Pairat' (H)

Nymphaea 'Chromellia' (H)

Nymphaea 'Chrysantha' (H)

Nymphaea 'Chubby' (H)

Nymphaea 'Château le Rouge' (H)

Nymphaea 'Citrus Star' (H)

Nymphaea 'Citrus Twist' (H)

Nymphaea 'Clarence' Orange

Nymphaea 'Cliff Tiffany' (H)

Nymphaea 'Clyde Ikins' (H)

This cultivar features rounded leaves that can grow up to 25 cm in diameter and star-shaped flowers reaching 15 cm across. The outer petals are lemon-yellow, while the inner petals exhibit a deeper coloration.

Nymphaea 'Colonel A.J. Welch' (H)

Nymphaea 'Colonel Lindbergh' (T/D)

Nymphaea 'Colorado' is a robust, compact aquatic perennial that exhibits a free-flowering habit. Its small, rounded leaves are olive-green, featuring dark burgundy mottling that diminishes with age. From June to September, it produces fragrant, star-shaped flowers in a salmon-pink hue, each adorned with a yellow center.

Nymphaea 'Colorado' (H)

Nymphaea 'Colossea' (H)

Nymphaea 'Comanche' (H) is a perennial water plant featuring leaves that can reach widths of 30 cm, displaying a bronze-green hue with subtle purple speckles in their youth. Its fragrant blooms begin as cup-shaped and transition to a star shape, measuring up to 15 cm in diameter. The flowers open in an apricot-yellow shade and gradually evolve into a soft copper red, showcasing prominent yellow stamens.

Nymphaea 'Comanche' (H)

Nymphaea 'Comte de Bouchaud' (H)

Nymphaea 'Concordia' (H)

Nymphaea 'Conqueror' is a perennial aquatic plant characterized by its rounded leaves, which can reach up to 20 cm in diameter and exhibit a slight bronze tint during their early development. The flowers, measuring up to 14 cm across, display a cup to star shape, featuring a deep red core that intensifies as they mature. Yellow stamens complement the floral structure, while the outer petals transition from white to pink over time.