Overview
Nymphaea 'Caroliniana' (H) is a submerged, floating aquatic in the genus Nymphaea, part of the Nymphaeaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Nymphaea 'Caroliniana' (H) grows best in full sun, and tolerates clay and loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include patio and container plants.
About
Nymphaea 'Caroliniana' is a cultivar of the aquatic genus Nymphaea, known for its rhizomatous perennials that grow beneath the water's surface. This plant features rounded, floating leaves and cup- or bowl-shaped flowers that appear on or above the water during summer. It is deciduous and thrives in full sun with south- or west-facing exposure, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. Suitable for clay or loam soils with a range of pH levels, it prefers poorly-drained, still or slow-moving water and is hardy to UK zone H5. Propagation is by division of rhizomes or offsets in summer, making it ideal for patios and containers.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Nymphaea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Poorly-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Nymphaea 'Caroliniana' (H) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Aquatic
- Habit
- Submerged, Floating
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Nymphaea 'Caroliniana' (H)
- Propagation
- Propagate by division of rhizomes or offsets in summer, place pots in shallow water until established
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to water-lily beetle, water lily aphid, brown china-mark moth and false leaf-mining midge
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to crown rot, brown spot and water lily leaf spot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Nymphaea 'Caroliniana' (H)?
Nymphaea 'Caroliniana' (H) prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Nymphaea 'Caroliniana' (H) need?
Nymphaea 'Caroliniana' (H) grows best in clay and loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays poorly-drained.
Is Nymphaea 'Caroliniana' (H) hardy in the UK?
Nymphaea 'Caroliniana' (H) has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Nymphaea 'Caroliniana' (H)?
Propagate by division of rhizomes or offsets in summer, place pots in shallow water until established.
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- Nymphaea 'Red Beauty' (T/D)
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