Sioux Waterlily (Nymphaea ‘Sioux’)
| Size | 3 Ltr |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Water Lily |
| Sun / Shade | Full Sun |
| Flower Colour | Changeable |
| Growth Rate | Medium |
| Native to UK | No |
Sioux Waterlily is a colour changing pond plant with blooms that shift from yellow to orange red, perfect for medium ponds and adding vibrant seasonal interest.
£36.50 (inc VAT)
Sioux Waterlily (Nymphaea ‘Sioux’)
Colour changing blooms that shift from soft yellow to rich orange red, perfect for adding warmth and movement to sunny garden ponds.
The Sioux Waterlily (Nymphaea ‘Sioux’) is a truly eye catching variety, known for its unique colour changing blooms that evolve throughout the flowering period. Ideal for medium sized garden ponds, this waterlily offers a dynamic display that changes from soft yellow through apricot tones to rich orange red, creating a constantly shifting focal point on the water’s surface.
Flowering from June through to September, Sioux produces elegant star shaped flowers that open in pale buttery yellow before gradually deepening in colour over several days. This transition gives the plant a multi tonal appearance, with different coloured blooms often visible at the same time. The result is a warm, glowing display that brings energy and depth to your pond planting.
The rounded green lily pads provide an attractive contrast to the vibrant flowers, while also playing an important role in maintaining pond health. As the plant matures, it spreads to around 50 cm to 90 cm, offering excellent surface coverage. This helps to shade the water, reducing algae growth and keeping the pond cooler during warmer months.
Sioux is not just about appearance, it also supports a healthy pond ecosystem. The floating leaves create safe resting areas for frogs, toads and newts, while the flowers attract pollinators such as bees and insects. This makes it a fantastic choice for wildlife friendly ponds.
This variety thrives in full sun and still water conditions, where it will produce the best flowering results. It is well suited to planting depths between 30 cm and 80 cm, making it versatile enough for a wide range of pond designs.
Hardy and reliable in UK conditions, Sioux is easy to grow and requires minimal maintenance once established. If you are looking for a waterlily that offers something a little different, with constantly changing colour and strong visual impact, this is an excellent choice for adding character and interest to your 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
- Unique colour changing blooms from yellow to orange red
- Long flowering period from early summer into autumn
- Ideal for medium sized garden ponds
- Provides natural shade to reduce algae growth
- Supports wildlife including pollinators and amphibians
- Hardy and easy to grow in UK conditions
Reasons to Buy
- Creates a constantly changing visual display
- Adds warmth and vibrant colour to your pond
- Low maintenance and reliable performer
- Helps improve pond water quality naturally
- Perfect balance of beauty and function
Care Instructions
- Place the basket so leaves float on the surface initially
- Gradually lower to final depth as the plant grows
- Position in full sun for best flowering performance
- Avoid placing near fountains or splashing water
- Remove dead leaves and spent flowers regularly
- Divide every few years to maintain strong growth
Flowering Period
June to September
Size and Growing Conditions
Botanical Name: Nymphaea ‘Sioux’
Common Name: Sioux Waterlily
Plant Type: Lily
Flower Colour: Changeable
Spread: 50cm to 90cm
Depth: 30cm to 80cm
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 Sioux 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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