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yellow water-lily
Nuphar lutea
perennial☀️ full sun💧💧💧 high water
A hardy aquatic perennial with floating green leaves and bright yellow flowers that bloom just above the water surface. Ideal for ponds and slow-moving water features.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
low
Flood Tolerance
moderate
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 4a to Zone 10bpH Range
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 5 to 8Soil Texture
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Harvest Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
Summer
Succession Role
pioneer
Native Range
Europe and temperate Asia
Function & Care
pollinator nectarywildlife benefitedible
Edible Parts
rootseed
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation