Madame Wilfron Gonnere Waterlily (Nymphaea ‘Madame Wilfron Gonnere’)
| Size | 3 Ltr, 10 Ltr, 30 Ltr |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Water Lily |
| Sun / Shade | Full Sun |
| Flower Colour | Pink |
| Growth Rate | Medium |
| Native to UK | No |
Madame Wilfron Gonnere Waterlily is a classic pink double flowering pond plant ideal for medium ponds, providing elegant blooms, shade and natural algae control.
Price range: £36.50 through £148.50 (inc VAT)
Madame Wilfron Gonnere Waterlily (Nymphaea ‘Madame Wilfron Gonnere’)
A classic, elegant waterlily with soft rose pink double blooms, perfect for creating a timeless and refined pond setting.
The Madame Wilfron Gonnere Waterlily (Nymphaea ‘Madame Wilfron Gonnere’) is one of the most elegant and recognisable waterlily varieties available. Known for its stunning double blooms, this variety produces soft rose pink flowers that resemble delicate peonies floating effortlessly on the water’s surface.
Flowering from June through to September, the large blooms open wide in the sunlight, revealing layers of gently curved petals and a warm golden centre. The soft pink tones bring a calming, romantic feel to any pond, making this waterlily an ideal choice for traditional garden designs as well as more natural wildlife ponds.
The foliage is equally impressive, with bright green lily pads spreading across the water surface to create a balanced and natural look. With a spread of around 75 cm to 100 cm, this variety is well suited to medium sized ponds, offering enough coverage to help maintain water quality without overpowering the space.
These floating leaves play an important role in the health of your pond. By shading the water, they help reduce sunlight penetration, limiting algae growth and keeping the water cooler during warmer months. This creates a more stable environment for fish and other aquatic life.
Madame Wilfron Gonnere thrives in full sun and still water conditions. For best results, position it away from fountains or areas of splashing water, as calm conditions allow the leaves and flowers to develop properly. Once established, it is a reliable and free flowering variety that returns year after year.
In addition to its visual appeal, this waterlily supports a healthy pond ecosystem. The leaves provide shelter for fish and resting places for amphibians, while the flowers attract pollinators such as bees and other beneficial insects.
Hardy, low maintenance and consistently beautiful, Madame Wilfron Gonnere is a fantastic choice for anyone looking to introduce classic elegance and natural balance into their pond.
🇬🇧 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
- Elegant double pink blooms with a peony like appearance
- Provides excellent surface coverage to reduce algae
- Ideal for medium sized garden ponds
- Attracts pollinators and supports wildlife
- Creates shade and shelter for fish and amphibians
- Long flowering period throughout summer
- Easy to grow and maintain
Reasons to Buy
- One of the most elegant and timeless waterlily varieties
- Perfect for creating a classic pond aesthetic
- Reliable flowering year after year
- Helps maintain clear and healthy water
- Suitable for both ornamental and wildlife ponds
Care Instructions
- Place the basket into the pond with foliage floating on the surface
- Gradually lower to the final planting depth as the plant grows
- Position in full sun for best flowering results
- Avoid splashing water or fountains nearby
- Remove dead leaves and spent blooms regularly
- Divide every few years to encourage healthy growth
Flowering Period
June to September
Size and Growing Conditions
Botanical Name: Nymphaea ‘Madame Wilfron Gonnere’
Common Name: Madame Wilfron Gonnere Waterlily
Plant Type: Lily
Flower Colour: Pink
Spread: 75cm to 100cm
Depth: 30cm to 90cm
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 Madame Wilfron Gonnere 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:
- 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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