Colorado Waterlily (Nymphaea ‘Colorado’)
| Size | 1 Ltr, 3 Ltr, 10 Ltr, 30 Ltr |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Water Lily |
| Sun / Shade | Full Sun |
| Flower Colour | Pink |
| Growth Rate | Medium |
| Native to UK | No |
Colorado Waterlily is a salmon pink flowering waterlily with a long blooming season, perfect for medium and large ponds.
Price range: £24.50 through £148.50 (inc VAT)
Colorado Waterlily (Nymphaea ‘Colorado’)
A beautiful salmon pink waterlily with long lasting blooms into autumn, perfect for adding warm colour and natural balance to medium and large ponds.
Colorado Waterlily (Nymphaea ‘Colorado’) is a highly regarded variety known for its soft salmon pink flowers and exceptional flowering duration. This elegant waterlily is perfect for medium to large ponds, offering a warm, natural colour that complements both traditional and modern pond designs.
The flowers are star to cup shaped and sit slightly above the water surface, displaying a unique blend of peach, pink and soft apricot tones. As the blooms open in sunlight, they reveal a delicate and refined appearance that brings a calming and natural feel to the pond. One of the standout features of Colorado is its extended flowering season, producing blooms from early summer right through to October, making it an excellent choice for late season colour.
The foliage consists of rich green floating leaves that spread across the pond surface, providing valuable shading. This helps reduce sunlight penetration, which plays a key role in controlling algae growth and maintaining stable water temperatures. The combination of attractive flowers and functional foliage makes this plant both visually appealing and beneficial to the overall health of your pond.
With a spread of around 70 cm to 120 cm, Colorado Waterlily is ideal for medium to large ponds where it can provide effective surface coverage without overwhelming the space. It integrates well with other aquatic plants and is particularly useful in planting schemes aimed at achieving balanced pond coverage.
Colorado thrives in still water and performs best in full sun, where it will produce the most vibrant colours and consistent blooms. It also supports pond wildlife by offering shelter for fish, shade for amphibians and landing spots for pollinators.
Fully hardy in UK conditions, this waterlily will return year after year with minimal care. Its soft colour tones, long flowering period and reliable performance make it a fantastic addition to any pond.
If you are looking for a waterlily that combines elegance, function and extended seasonal interest, Colorado is an excellent choice.
🇬🇧 UK-grown aquatic plant: Grown at a dedicated aquatic plant nursery in the South of England and carefully prepared for delivery across the UK.
Key Benefits
- Soft salmon pink flowers with warm tones
- Long flowering season into autumn
- Provides excellent surface shading
- Helps reduce algae and improve water quality
- Attractive green floating foliage
- Ideal for medium to large ponds
- Supports pollinators and pond wildlife
- Easy to grow and maintain
Reasons to Buy
- One of the best waterlilies for late season colour
- Perfect for creating a natural pond look
- Reliable and free flowering variety
- Enhances both appearance and pond health
- Low maintenance and long lasting
Care Instructions
- Place the planted basket into the pond with leaves resting on the surface
- Gradually lower to the recommended depth as it establishes
- Position in full sun for best flowering
- Avoid strong currents or splashing water
- Remove yellowing leaves and spent flowers regularly
- Divide every few years if the plant becomes overcrowded
Flowering Period
June to October
Size and Growing Conditions
Botanical Name: Nymphaea ‘Colorado’
Common Name: Colorado Waterlily
Plant Type: Lily
Flower Colour: Pink
Spread: 70cm to 120cm
Depth: 50cm to 100cm
Growth Habit: Rooted with floating leaves
Growth Rate: Moderate
Position: Full sun
Water Type: Still or slow-moving water
Hardiness: Fully hardy in UK conditions
Native to the UK: No
Dispatching Your Pond Plants
Your Colorado Waterlily will be carefully packed to protect the foliage and roots during transit.
Orders received by 11am Monday to Wednesday are normally dispatched on the following working day using a next working day courier service. During busy periods, dispatch may occasionally take an extra day.
To avoid plants being held in depots over a weekend, we do not usually dispatch on Fridays. Highlands and Islands orders using a two day service are not normally dispatched on Thursdays.
Available basket sizes:
- 1 Litre Basket – usually 11 × 11 × 11cm square; some varieties may be supplied in a 14cm diameter × 10cm round basket
- 3 Litre Hexagonal Basket – 18 × 18 × 16cm
- 10 Litre Square Basket – 29 × 29 × 19cm
- 30 Litre Square Basket – 40 × 40 × 28cm
Planting depth is measured from the top of the aquatic basket to the water surface.
Finofil baskets are manufactured in the UK from 100% recycled plastic and are fully recyclable. Their fine dual-mesh construction helps retain aquatic soil while allowing water and nutrients to reach the roots. Basket shape may vary slightly depending on the plant and supplier availability.
Water lily: This Nymphaea is part of our UK-grown water lily collection.
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