Nymphaea 'Maroon Pink' Tropical

Water Lily

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Size Information

You can choose plants in various pot sizes. Non-potted plants arrive bare root for you to pot in the specified pot size.

Seasonal Information

Depending on the time of year, pond plants may be supplied fully-leaved, with flowers, or with foliage trimmed back.

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This plant is grown in the UK and sent directly from our tried, tested and trusted plant partner. Delivery price calculated at checkout.

Description of Nymphaea 'Maroon Pink' Tropical

Nymphaea 'Maroon Pink' is sold as a tropical water lily, grown for warm-season flowers and quick summer growth in still water. It makes floating pads from a central crown and can flower well when the water stays warm. You will usually see it listed simply as Maroon Pink, sometimes with the word tropical added. It does not have a widely used common name beyond tropical water lily.

Appearance

This plant produces broad floating pads that build a surface raft once it is established. In good heat the foliage comes quickly, which is typical of tropical lilies. Flowers are described by sellers as maroon pink, meaning a deep pink shade with a darker tone towards maroon in some light. Exact flower size and petal count vary between suppliers, so it is best to expect a medium to large bloom rather than relying on a fixed measurement.

Care Guide

Treat it differently from a hardy lily. Tropical water lilies need warmth and strong light, so place it in full sun and avoid splashing water. Plant it in a wide basket with loam based compost and a gravel cap. Start shallower so new leaves can reach the surface easily, then lower as the plant gains strength. In a UK garden pond, you will normally grow it as a summer plant unless you can overwinter it frost-free. Feed regularly with aquatic fertiliser tablets through the growing season, as tropical lilies respond quickly to feeding. Remove ageing leaves so the plant stays open and buds can rise cleanly.

Suitability for Garden Ponds

Maroon Pink suits ponds and large tubs where you want a tropical look during the warmest months. It can work well in a patio tub if you can give it sun and still water, and you will often get a good run of flowers in midsummer. Because it is not reliably hardy in the UK, it is best for gardeners who are happy to treat it as seasonal or have a way to overwinter it. Use the leaf cover as summer shade, but keep open water nearby so you can enjoy the flowers when they open. Keep a small patch of open water near Maroon Pink so you can enjoy the flowers from the edge. Clear floating debris so buds on Maroon Pink can rise and open cleanly at the surface. In ponds with fish, a gravel cap helps stop compost being disturbed around Maroon Pink.

FAQs

What size water lily do I need for my pond?

Choose a water lily according to the eventual spread of its leaves and the depth of your pond. Compact and miniature varieties are suitable for small ponds and containers, while vigorous varieties need substantially more surface area and deeper water.

How deep should a water lily be planted?

Planting depth varies by variety. Newly planted water lilies can initially be positioned in shallower water, sometimes by raising the basket on bricks, and then lowered gradually as the leaves grow towards the surface. Check the recommended final depth for the specific variety.

Do water lilies need full sun to flower?

Most water lilies flower best with plenty of direct sunlight. A pond in heavy shade may produce fewer flowers, although requirements vary between varieties. When choosing a water lily, consider both the available sunlight and the mature size of the plant.

Can I grow a water lily in a small pond?

es. There are compact and miniature water lilies bred for small ponds, tubs and other container water features. Avoid choosing a vigorous full-sized variety for a small pond, as it can quickly cover too much of the surface.

Why is my water lily growing leaves but not flowering?

Poor flowering can result from insufficient sunlight, overcrowding, an unsuitable planting depth or lack of nutrients. Established water lilies may need dividing and repotting when congested, and plants that flower poorly may benefit from an appropriate aquatic fertiliser where feeding is required.

What are the best pond plants for a wildlife pond?

The best wildlife pond plants provide a mixture of underwater cover, surface shade, flowering habitat and places for aquatic insects to emerge. A balanced pond can include oxygenating plants, marginal plants and floating-leaved plants such as water lilies. Native species are particularly useful for supporting UK pond wildlife.