Nymphaea 'Masaniello'
Best choice for pond owners wanting to attract pollinators with vibrant blooms.
Enhance your pond with the Nymphaea 'Masaniello' water lily, a striking aquatic plant from PONDS PLUS Water Garden Center. This variety boasts beautiful, cup-shaped flowers that transition from a deep rose to white at the tips, creating a captivating visual display. It's an excellent choice for attracting beneficial pollinators to your water garden. Designed for outdoor pond environments, this perennial adds vibrant color and a focal point to any water feature. Please note that this plant is available for in-store pickup only.
$39.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
408
/ 955
#408 in Aquatic Plants
Price vs Category Average
+115%
Above average
Plant Form
Rhizome Plant
/ Rhizome Plant
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a dramatic, vibrant focal point
- Pond owners wanting reliable, season-long blooms
- Sensory garden enthusiasts who enjoy floral scents
Who should skip it
- Owners of small or compact water features
- Gardeners with shaded or low-light pond locations
- Busy hobbyists preferring low-maintenance aquatic plants
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Bicolored petals create a stunning focal point for any water feature.
Pollinator Attraction
Highly effective at drawing beneficial insects to your garden ecosystem.
Maintenance Ease
Rhizome growth habit requires minimal intervention once established in the pond.
Hardiness
Robust perennial performance ensures reliable seasonal blooms for outdoor environments.
Purchase Accessibility
Strict in-store pickup policy limits convenience for remote water gardeners.
Inventory Stability
Frequent sell-outs make securing this specific variety a seasonal challenge.
Key Specs
Plant Form
Rhizome Plant
Aquarium Placement
Floating
Leaf Color Pattern
Red
Intended Environment
Outdoor Pond
Availability
Sold out
Purchase Option
In Store Pick Up Only
Features
- Unique bicolored cup-shaped blooms
- Attracts beneficial pollinators
- Adds vibrant color contrast
- Ideal for pond decoration
- Rhizome plant form
- Suitable for outdoor ponds
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Nymphaea 'Masaniello', noting that the plants arrive healthy and well packaged, which is crucial for aquatic life. The primary theme is reliability; this water lily establishes quickly and produces vibrant, deep red blooms exactly as advertised. Consumers find the growth vigorous and the color payoff stunning, making it a dependable centerpiece for water gardens. While some mention the initial size being smaller than expected, the rapid, reliable growth quickly overcomes this minor concern, leading to high satisfaction regarding its long term performance and aesthetic contribution.
Know before you buy
Plant the rhizome in a wide, shallow aquatic pot using heavy garden soil or specialized aquatic planting media. Position the rhizome at a slight angle with the growing tip facing upward and just above the soil surface, then top with a layer of pea gravel to keep the soil in place.
Yes, for the best flower production, this variety thrives in full sun. Aim for at least six hours of direct sunlight per day to ensure the deep rose and white coloration remains vibrant.
The Nymphaea 'Masaniello' prefers to be placed at a depth of 12 to 24 inches below the water surface. If your pond is deeper, you can use bricks or an aquatic plant stand to elevate the pot to the appropriate level.
As a perennial, this water lily is hardy if the rhizome does not freeze. In colder climates, move the pot to the deepest part of the pond where the water remains liquid, or bring it into a cool, frost-free area for the winter.
While primarily decorative, its floating leaves provide shade that helps regulate water temperature and reduces light penetration, which can help suppress algae growth. Additionally, the plant absorbs excess nutrients from the water, contributing to a healthier pond ecosystem.
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