Marliacea Rosea Waterlily (Nymphaea ‘Marliacea Rosea’)

Marliacea Rosea Waterlily (Nymphaea ‘Marliacea Rosea’)

Soft blush pink blooms with classic form, perfect for bringing gentle colour and balance to small and medium garden ponds.

The Marliacea Rosea Waterlily (Nymphaea ‘Marliacea Rosea’) is a beautifully refined and reliable aquatic plant, perfect for adding subtle colour and elegance to your pond. Known for its soft blush pink flowers and classic waterlily shape, this variety offers a calm, natural look that suits both traditional and contemporary garden settings.

Flowering from June through to September, Marliacea Rosea produces delicate cup shaped blooms with pale pink petals surrounding a warm golden centre. These flowers float gracefully on the water surface, opening in the morning sunlight and creating a peaceful focal point throughout the summer months.

This variety is particularly well suited to small and medium ponds, as well as shallower planting areas. With a spread of around 75 cm to 90 cm, it provides excellent surface coverage without overwhelming the space. The foliage emerges with attractive bronze red tones before maturing into rich green lily pads, adding interest even before the flowers appear.

One of the key benefits of Marliacea Rosea is its ability to naturally improve pond conditions. The floating leaves help to shade the water, reducing sunlight penetration and limiting algae growth. This helps maintain clearer water while also keeping temperatures more stable during warmer weather.

Beyond its visual appeal, this waterlily plays an important role in supporting wildlife. The leaves provide shelter for fish and amphibians, while the flowers attract pollinators such as bees and other beneficial insects. It is an excellent choice for creating a balanced, healthy pond ecosystem.

Easy to grow and maintain, Marliacea Rosea thrives in full sun and still water. It is a hardy variety, capable of withstanding typical UK winters, and will return year after year with minimal effort.

If you are looking for a classic, elegant waterlily that delivers reliable performance and gentle colour, Marliacea Rosea 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.

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Key Benefits

• Soft blush pink flowers with a classic waterlily shape
• Ideal for small to medium ponds and shallow planting
• Provides excellent surface coverage to reduce algae
• Supports pond wildlife and pollinators
• Hardy and reliable in UK conditions
• Adds a calm and natural aesthetic to any pond

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Reasons to Buy

• Perfect size for smaller garden ponds
• Easy to grow and low maintenance
• Long flowering period throughout summer
• Helps improve water clarity naturally
• A timeless and elegant waterlily variety

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Care Instructions

• Place the pre planted basket into the pond with leaves floating on the surface
• Gradually lower to the final depth as the plant establishes
• Position in full sun for best flowering results
• Avoid placing near fountains or splashing water
• Remove dead leaves and faded flowers regularly
• Divide every few years to maintain healthy growth

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Flowering Period

June to September

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Size and Growing Conditions

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Dispatching Your Pond Plants

Your Marliacea Rosea 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

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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