Nymphaea Perry's Baby Red Water Garden Pond Plant
Best compact water lily for small ponds and container gardens.
Enhance your water garden with the Nymphaea Perry's Baby Red, a charming water lily variety perfect for smaller ponds and tub gardens. This hardy plant boasts a free-flowering habit, producing attractive, cup-shaped red blooms with a subtle fragrance. Its compact size and small green leaves offer a neat aesthetic. Shore Aquatic ensures healthy plant delivery, advising customers to consider shipping conditions for optimal arrival. This water lily is an easy-care addition, thriving in outdoor pond environments.
$29.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
408
/ 955
#408 in Aquatic Plants
Price vs Category Average
+62%
Above average
Scientific Name
Nymphaea x 'Perry's Baby Red'
/ Nymphaea x 'Perry's Baby Red'
Who it's for
- Patio gardeners with limited container or small pond space
- Landscapers seeking a bold, high-contrast focal point
- Gardeners wanting consistent, season-long floral displays
Who should skip it
- Owners of shaded gardens or low-light water features
- Low-maintenance hobbyists avoiding frequent repotting tasks
- Pond owners unwilling to manage common aquatic pests
Performance breakdown
Bloom Frequency
The free-flowering habit ensures a consistent display of vibrant red blooms.
Space Efficiency
Compact dimensions make this an ideal choice for small container gardens.
Maintenance Ease
Hardy nature and simple care requirements suit beginner pond enthusiasts perfectly.
Growth Rate
Rapid development helps establish a lush aesthetic in your water feature.
Environmental Resilience
Robust hardiness allows the plant to thrive across diverse outdoor temperatures.
Visual Impact
Cup-shaped red flowers provide a striking contrast against green lily pads.
Key Specs
Scientific Name
Nymphaea x 'Perry's Baby Red'
Type
Hardy
Flower Color
Red
Pad Color
Green
Size
Small
Quantity per unit
1
Aquarium Placement
Floating
Growth Rate
Fast
Features
- Very free flowering habit
- Compact size for small water features
- Attractive red cup-shaped flowers
- Slightly fragrant blooms
- Hardy and resilient plant
- Easy care level
- Fast growth rate
- Suitable for outdoor ponds
What customers say
Customers consistently highlight the exceptional quality of the Nymphaea Perry's Baby Red upon arrival. Reviewers frequently note the careful packaging ensures the plant is robust and healthy, leading to high reliability. The primary delight centers on the plant's ability to quickly establish itself and produce vibrant, true to color red blooms. This successful transition from shipping to pond life confirms the plant's superior health and the accurate representation of its design aesthetic, making it a highly satisfying purchase for pond enthusiasts seeking reliable beauty.
Know before you buy
Yes, this variety is specifically bred for its compact size, making it an excellent choice for small water features, patio tubs, and container gardens where larger lilies would be too invasive.
No, this is a hardy outdoor pond plant that does not require CO2 injection or specialized aquarium equipment. It thrives naturally in outdoor pond environments with standard sunlight.
The Perry's Baby Red requires medium light to maintain its free-flowering habit. Ensure your pond or container is placed in a location that receives consistent daylight throughout the day.
As a hardy variety, it is resilient to a wide range of temperatures between 35°F and 90°F. In regions with freezing winters, you may need to sink the pot deeper or move it to a protected area to prevent the roots from freezing solid.
This variety has a fast growth rate and propagates through runners. While it is compact, you should monitor its spread in smaller containers and divide it periodically if it becomes too crowded.
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