The Nymphaea Gladstoniana is a stunning water lily plant that features beautiful white flowers, ideal for adding charm to the bottom of your pond or on deep planting shelves. This aquatic flower will thrive in deeper water, with its leaves gracefully reaching the surface to create an enchanting display.
Ensure to place your water lily in a sunny spot, away from any splashing water features, allowing ample room for its roots to spread. This plant is an exceptional choice for larger ponds and lakes, showcasing impressive cup-shaped blooms with striking golden stamens against dark green foliage. Unlike the native Nymphaea alba, the Gladstoniana variety is known for its prolific flowering.
Benefits:
- Sun/Shade: Full sun
- Flowering Months: June to September
- Growth Rate: Large
- Minimum Depth: 50cm
- Maximum Depth: 150cm
- Minimum Spread: 90cm
- Maximum Spread: 180cm
Helpful Tips: Plant in still water, away from splashing fountains. Gradually lower the pot to allow the leaves to reach the surface. Regularly remove dead leaves and flowers to promote healthy growth.
Repotting: For 1-litre lilies, potting into a 3-litre or larger mesh basket is recommended. Larger lilies benefit from being potted up, with some not needing repotting for over a decade.
Susan Morgan (verified owner) –
I recently purchased the Nymphaea Gladstoniana water lily, and I’m thrilled with how it has transformed my pond! The white flowers are absolutely stunning and bloom beautifully throughout the summer.
Barry Lopez (verified owner) –
These aquatic flowers are a must-have for any pond enthusiast. The Nymphaea Gladstoniana has exceeded my expectations with its vibrant blooms and healthy growth.
Dale Jordan DVM (verified owner) –
I was looking for affordable aquatic plants online, and the Nymphaea Gladstoniana was the perfect find! It was easy to plant and has created a beautiful display in my pond.