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Nymphaea
Hairy White Water Lily
NOTE: Seeds are very tiny for this variety of Lily- The name Lily or Lotus is a common name which will represent many different botanically types of plants that will have all different sizes of seeds- this is normal - this is how nature made them ==This is a hard to germinate seed for experienced gardeners only
An aquatic plant grown for the beautiful star shaped lily flowers perfect for ponds, water features and the garden. Undulating, rounded, green leaves float on the surface making way for the emergence of snow white petals in the shape of a brilliant star. Perfect for water features, aquariums, water bowls, small water pots on the deck. Needs sun.
Fun Facts:
1. Flowers are self fertile
2. Also grown in aquariums
3. Throughout history this plant is known to represent virtue, discipline and purity
4. Known as "hairy" for the fuzzy undersides of the leaves as well as the stems
Uses:
Greenhouse
Aquariums
Water Bowls
Water Features
Water Garden Deck Plant
Sowing instructions:
· Start indoors
· Sow seed on top of standard potting mix mixed with a little sand
· Cover lightly with soil and plunge the pot into shallow water in a container or bucket / or directly into the water feature in spring
· keep warm and sunny
· Germination should result by 4-5 weeks and maybe a little longer depending on the conditions you have provided
· Seedlings look like fine grass at first
· Once the first 2 or 3 floating leaves develop individual plants ca be pulled out and planted into individual containers and placed back in water at desired location
· After germination occurs keep warm and humid if in dry conditions by occasional misting
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===== Some seeds require some experience in growing. We provide germination guidance and recommend that you do some research before ordering if you feel unsure. Growing plants from seed is supposed to be fun. Sometimes it is successful and sometimes not- this is the way it is with gardening. Because we are not there to plant them, we cannot be responsible for germination failure due to improper planting or climate conditions or for any other reason. We will always send you viable seeds and are always here to help you along the way.
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