A vigorous hardy waterlily bearing large deep garnet-red cup-shaped blooms flecked with white, held just above floating green pads. A classic, reliable choice for medium to large ponds.
At a glance
- Plant type: Aquatic plant
- Mature size: 15 cm H × 1.5 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: wet or boggy ground
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Waterlily 'Attraction'
Nymphaea 'Attraction' is a fast-growing aquatic plant in the Nymphaeaceae family. It reaches around 15 cm tall and 1.5 m wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. Red and white flowers appear for much of the year.
Where to grow Waterlily 'Attraction'
Waterlily 'Attraction' suits subtropical, warm-temperate and cool-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Waterlily 'Attraction' does best in clay soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Waterlily 'Attraction' is adapted to wet or boggy ground. Feed as new growth begins, following the rate on a balanced garden fertiliser. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Prune Waterlily 'Attraction' after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. For most gardens, maintenance is moderate maintenance.
Using Waterlily 'Attraction' in the garden
Waterlily 'Attraction' earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Waterlily 'Attraction' sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to wet or boggy ground and subtropical climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Buying Waterlily 'Attraction'
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