Odorata Sulphurea Waterlily (Nymphaea ‘Odorata Sulphurea’)
| Size | 3 Ltr, 1 Ltr |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Water Lily |
| Sun / Shade | Full Sun |
| Flower Colour | Yellow |
| Growth Rate | Medium |
| Native to UK | No |
Odorata Sulphurea Waterlily is a fragrant yellow pond plant with blotched foliage that helps reduce algae and supports a healthy pond ecosystem.
Price range: £24.50 through £36.50 (inc VAT)
Odorata Sulphurea Waterlily (Nymphaea ‘Odorata Sulphurea’)
A fragrant soft yellow waterlily with beautiful blotched foliage, perfect for adding colour, scent and natural balance to garden ponds.
Odorata Sulphurea Waterlily (Nymphaea ‘Odorata Sulphurea’) is a classic and dependable variety, prized for its soft yellow blooms, gentle fragrance and distinctive foliage. This well established waterlily is an excellent choice for garden ponds, offering a perfect balance of ornamental beauty and practical pond benefits.
From June through to September, this variety produces large, elegant flowers that open in a soft buttery yellow tone. As the blooms mature, they gradually open wider into a star like shape, creating a dynamic and evolving display across the water’s surface. The subtle fragrance adds another dimension to the pond, making it an especially enjoyable plant to have in seating areas or near patios.
One of the standout features of Odorata Sulphurea is its foliage. The rounded green leaves are marked with attractive purple blotches, giving the plant visual interest even when not in flower. These leaves spread effectively across the pond surface, providing valuable shade that helps reduce algae growth and maintain cooler, clearer water.
With a spread of around 80 cm to 100 cm, this waterlily is ideal for medium sized ponds. It offers strong coverage without overwhelming the space, making it a versatile option for both decorative and wildlife focused ponds. It thrives in still water and performs best in full sun, where flowering will be at its most prolific.
As well as its visual appeal, this waterlily plays an important role in supporting pond life. The floating leaves create safe resting areas for frogs, toads and newts, while also offering protection for fish. Birds often use the pads as a perch to drink and bathe, and the flowers attract pollinators such as bees and insects.
Hardy and easy to care for, Odorata Sulphurea is a long lasting addition that will return year after year. Its combination of soft colour, fragrance and ecological benefits makes it a fantastic all round choice for any 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
- Soft yellow fragrant flowers add colour and scent
- Helps reduce algae by shading the water
- Improves water clarity and pond balance
- Attractive purple blotched foliage
- Provides shelter for fish and amphibians
- Supports pollinators and wildlife
- Reliable and easy to grow
- Ideal for medium sized ponds
Reasons to Buy
- Beautiful combination of colour and fragrance
- Unique foliage adds interest even without flowers
- Perfect for wildlife friendly ponds
- Helps maintain a healthy pond ecosystem
- Strong, dependable and long lasting variety
Care Instructions
- Place the basket into the pond with leaves floating on the surface
- Gradually lower to the recommended depth as the plant grows
- Position in full sun for best flowering performance
- Avoid splashing water or fountains near the leaves
- Remove dead leaves and spent blooms regularly
- Divide every few years to keep growth healthy
Flowering Period
June to September
Size and Growing Conditions
Botanical Name: Nymphaea ‘Odorata Sulphurea’
Common Name: Odorata Sulphurea Waterlily
Plant Type: Lily
Flower Colour: Yellow
Spread: 80cm 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 Odorata Sulphurea 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
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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