{"product_id":"pygmaea-alba-canina-water-lily-pond-plants-dw08","title":"Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Alba'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNymphaea\u003c\/i\u003e 'Pygmaea Alba' is a hardy water lily grown for reliable flowering and balanced growth in garden ponds. It develops from a rhizome and forms floating pads before blooming through the warm months. The cultivar name Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Alba' is normally used in the trade. It suits gardeners who want a dependable pond plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNymphaea 'Pygmaea Alba' produces rounded floating leaves that knit together into a steady raft. New leaves can show bronze or reddish tones before maturing green. Flowers open in daylight and close later, with colour remaining stable through the life of each bloom. The overall display gives clear seasonal interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Alba' in full sun with still water. Plant in a wide aquatic basket using heavy loam based compost and a gravel cap. Lower gradually so leaves reach the surface, then settle at a medium depth once established. Feed with aquatic fertiliser tablets and remove old foliage. Hardy types usually overwinter outdoors when planted below the ice line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitability for Garden Ponds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNymphaea 'Pygmaea Alba' suits small to medium ponds where surface shade and wildlife cover are needed. The pads help reduce light and create shelter for fish and invertebrates. Keep open water so flowers remain visible. Lift Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Alba' in late spring if repotting is needed. A wide basket usually improves flowering. Keep debris away so buds rise cleanly. Feed regularly during summer. Leave open water around the plant. Lift Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Alba' in late spring if repotting is needed. A wide basket usually improves flowering. Keep debris away so buds rise cleanly. Feed regularly during summer. Leave open water around the plant. Lift Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Alba' in late spring if repotting is needed. A wide basket usually improves flowering. Keep debris away so buds rise cleanly. Feed regularly during summer. Leave open water around the plant. Lift Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Alba' in late spring if repotting is needed. A wide basket usually improves flowering. Keep debris away so buds rise cleanly. Feed regularly during summer. Leave open water around the plant. Lift Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Alba' in late spring if repotting is needed. A wide basket usually improves flowering. Keep debris away so buds rise cleanly. Feed regularly during summer. Leave open water around the plant. Lift Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Alba' in late spring if repotting is needed. A wide basket usually improves flowering. Keep debris away so buds rise cleanly. Feed regularly during summer. Leave open water around the plant. Lift Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Alba' in late spring if repotting is needed. A wide basket usually improves flowering. Keep debris away so buds rise cleanly. Feed regularly during summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Alba' hardy in the UK?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is sold as a hardy water lily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow deep should I plant Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Alba'?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStart shallow and lower gradually to a medium depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Alba' need full sun?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Sun improves flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Alba' suitable for small ponds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, in a basket it can be controlled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lincspplants","offers":[{"title":"Loose Root","offer_id":51236355014936,"sku":"DW08-loose","price":10.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Kit","offer_id":51236355047704,"sku":"DW08-kit","price":11.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Potted","offer_id":51236355080472,"sku":"DW08-pot","price":21.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large Kit","offer_id":51236355113240,"sku":"DW08-large-kit","price":33.35,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/2075\/9064\/files\/product_p_y_pygmaea-alba.jpg?v=1778513433","url":"https:\/\/sarracenia.house\/products\/pygmaea-alba-canina-water-lily-pond-plants-dw08","provider":"Sarracenia House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}