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Nymphaea 'Rosanna'
Nymphaea 'Rosanna'
Nymphaea 'Rosanna'
Nymphaea 'Rosanna'
Nymphaea 'Rosanna'
Nymphaea 'Rosanna'
Nymphaea 'Rosanna'
Nymphaea 'Rosanna'
Nymphaea 'Rosanna'
Nymphaea 'Rosanna'

Nymphaea 'Rosanna'

Water Lily
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Type: Loose Root
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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Description of Nymphaea 'Rosanna'

Nymphaea 'Rosanna' is a hardy water lily grown for soft pink flowers and a balanced, medium spread. It grows from a rhizome planted in a basket, while the pads and blooms float on the surface. Some catalogues mix up names and offer 'Rosanna Supreme' as well, but 'Rosanna' stands on its own as a garden pond plant. The RHS lists 'Rosanna' and gives it a moderate hardiness rating, which matches how it performs in a typical UK pond when you plant it at the right depth.

Appearance

Blooms open in summer and look warm pink, sometimes described as candy pink. The flower form looks full and tidy, and it opens by day. Leaves sit low, rounded, and green, with new growth sometimes showing a bronzy tone. In good conditions the plant reaches a medium spread of roughly 90–120cm across the surface. It keeps a steady outline rather than racing across the pond, which makes it easier to place than many more vigorous cultivars.

Care Guide

Plant Nymphaea 'Rosanna' in a wide aquatic basket with heavy aquatic compost and a gravel top layer. Choose a sunny, still spot and aim for at least six hours of direct light in summer. Treat it as a medium hardy lily for depth. A practical range sits around 40–80cm from the top of the pot to the water surface, and many growers see strong performance around the middle of that range. Start the pot shallower in late spring so new pads reach the surface fast, then lower it once the plant shows steady growth. Feed with aquatic fertiliser tablets during the growing season and remove tired leaves to keep the crown open.

Suitability for Garden Ponds

In garden ponds, Nymphaea 'Rosanna' fits small to medium water where you want pink without a giant spread. The pads provide shade for fish and create sheltered lanes under the surface that tadpoles use. It also looks good alongside upright marginals because the lily stays low and calm. In a very small pond, keep it as the main lily and avoid planting another medium cultivar nearby, otherwise both plants end up with weak flowering and crowded pads.

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.

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