Vesuve Waterlily (Nymphaea ‘Vesuve’)

Vesuve Waterlily (Nymphaea ‘Vesuve’)

Large, fragrant rosy pink to magenta blooms that bring bold colour and elegance to sunny garden ponds.

The Vesuve Waterlily (Nymphaea ‘Vesuve’) is a stunning and reliable variety, loved for its large, fragrant blooms that range from soft rosy pink through to rich magenta tones. Ideal for medium to large garden ponds, this waterlily delivers a bold and colourful display that instantly enhances the look and feel of your pond.

Flowering from June to September, Vesuve produces impressive star shaped flowers that sit beautifully on the water’s surface. Each bloom opens wide in full sun, revealing vibrant petals and a warm golden centre that adds depth and contrast. The subtle fragrance makes this variety even more appealing, especially on warm summer days when your pond becomes a relaxing outdoor feature.

The bright green foliage forms a lush canopy of floating leaves, spreading between 90 cm and 120 cm once established. These leaves are not just decorative, they play a crucial role in maintaining a healthy pond. By providing shade across the water surface, they help reduce algae growth, regulate water temperature and create a more stable environment for fish and wildlife.

Vesuve is also an excellent choice for wildlife friendly ponds. The floating pads offer safe resting spots for frogs, toads and newts, while the flowers attract pollinators such as bees and other beneficial insects. This makes it a fantastic option if you are looking to create a balanced and natural pond ecosystem.

This variety thrives in full sun and still water conditions, where it will produce the most vibrant blooms. It performs best at planting depths between 40 cm and 90 cm, making it suitable for a wide range of pond designs.

Hardy and easy to grow in UK conditions, Vesuve is a dependable choice for both new and established ponds. If you are looking for a waterlily that combines strong colour, fragrance and practical benefits, this is a superb addition that will bring your pond to life throughout the summer months.

🇬🇧 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

• Large fragrant blooms in pink to magenta tones
• Long flowering period throughout summer
• Ideal for medium to large ponds
• Helps reduce algae by shading the water surface
• Supports pollinators and aquatic wildlife
• Hardy and easy to grow in UK climates

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Reasons to Buy

• Creates a bold and colourful focal point
• Adds fragrance as well as visual impact
• Reliable flowering year after year
• Improves pond health naturally
• Perfect for wildlife friendly pond setups

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Care Instructions

• Place the basket so foliage initially floats on the surface
• Gradually lower to final depth as the plant establishes
• Position in full sun for best flowering results
• Avoid placing near splashing water or fountains
• Remove dead leaves and spent flowers regularly
• Divide every few years to maintain strong 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 Vesuve 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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