Nymphaea tetragona (1 litre aquatic pot)

A dwarf, compact aquatic water lily perennial with scented white flowers . Position: full sun Depth of water: 45 - 75cm Rate of growth: average Flowering period: June to September Hardiness: fully hardy Discover the charm of this enchanting miniature water lily, boasting slightly fragrant, cupped flowers that open in pristine white, gradually transforming to a creamy hue as they age. Diminutive in size but not in impact, 'Pygmaea Alba' showcases tiny star-shaped blooms measuring 3-5cm (1-2”) in diameter, perfectly complementing its oval green/purple leaves adorned with large dark spots beneath. With a compact footprint occupying a spread of 50cm (20”), this small water lily is versatile enough for patio ponds or small shallow water. Garden care: Water lilies flourish in still water, so do not plant them near a pond pump or fountain, particularly where the water can splash onto their leaves. These waterlilies are potted up (using a suitable aquatic compost) into aquatic pots. These pots are made of a fine mesh, which allows water to circulate through the compost, providing the plants with both oxygen and nutrients. As they are already potted, all you need to do is to place the pot into the pond, but this young plant will need potting up into a larger aquatic pot within a few months. Initially the pot should be placed on a stack of bricks so the leaves float on the surface of the water. As the plant matures, remove one layer of bricks at a time, gradually lowering the plant deeper into the pond until the desired depth has been reached. If you are placing this water lily in the autumn or winter when it has died back, place it at a depth of 50-60cm. Then in the spring repot it into a larger pot and lower as the plant grows.