Pygmy Water Lily Nymphaea tetragona

Pygmy Water Lily (Nymphaea tetragona) is a miniature water lily for UK ponds and water gardens. It prefers full sun and grows to about Spread 30–60 cm. Match planting depth and give enough sun for flowers and oxygenators.

  • Sun: Full sun
  • Soil: Aquatic basket compost / loam (no rich peat fertiliser dumps)
  • Watering: Aquatic — keep crowns at correct water depth
  • Harvest: Enjoy as an ornamental display plant.
  • Difficulty: Easy

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