Nymphaea Denver Water Garden Pond Plant
Best hardy water lily for enhancing outdoor freshwater pond aesthetics.
Enhance your water garden with the Nymphaea Denver, a hardy water lily from Shore Aquatic. This plant produces striking double creamy-white flowers and features attractive green leaves with maroon blotches, adding vibrant color and visual interest to any outdoor pond. It thrives in freshwater environments and is a small to medium-sized rhizome plant. While beautiful, it requires careful shipping temperature considerations, with a recommended range between 35F and 90F to ensure its health upon arrival. Shore Aquatic guarantees live arrival when conditions are met.
$19.75
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
408
/ 955
#408 in Aquatic Plants
Price vs Category Average
+6%
Above average
Scientific Name
Nymphaea x 'Denver'
/ Nymphaea x 'Denver'
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking an elegant focal point for water features
- Pond owners wanting natural, chemical-free algae management
- Busy homeowners preferring low-maintenance, long-lasting perennial plants
Who should skip it
- Gardeners avoiding messy, labor-intensive seasonal maintenance tasks
- Owners of shallow containers or small, restricted water features
- Pond keepers managing aggressive fish or high pest populations
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Creamy-white double blooms and variegated foliage create a striking pond centerpiece.
Hardiness
Robust rhizome structure ensures reliable growth in diverse outdoor pond environments.
Shipping Sensitivity
Strict temperature requirements demand careful planning for successful seasonal delivery.
Maintenance Ease
Simple rhizome division makes propagation and long-term care straightforward for enthusiasts.
Size Versatility
Compact growth habit fits perfectly in small to medium-sized water features.
Arrival Reliability
Live arrival guarantee provides peace of mind for delicate aquatic shipments.
Key Specs
Scientific Name
Nymphaea x 'Denver'
Hardiness Type
Hardy
Flower Color
White
Pad Color
Green with maroon blotches
Size Classification
Small - Medium
Shipping Temperature Limits
35F to 90F
SKU
SAHLD1
Plant Form
Rhizome Plant
Features
- Produces double creamy-white flowers.
- Attractive green leaves with maroon blotches.
- Hardy variety for outdoor ponds.
- Rhizome plant form.
- Suitable for freshwater environments.
- Vibrant display for water gardens.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Nymphaea 'Denver' upon delivery. Reviewers frequently note the plant arrives healthy, robust, and ready to thrive, making the setup process remarkably easy. The primary insight is the plant's reliability; it establishes quickly and produces beautiful blooms rapidly, often exceeding expectations for a pond plant. This high quality ensures excellent value for money, transforming water gardens efficiently.
Know before you buy
Yes, it is a hardy variety, making it a reliable choice for outdoor ponds. It is well-suited for those looking for a low-maintenance plant that returns year after year.
The Nymphaea Denver is classified as a small to medium-sized plant. It is ideal for ponds where you want a vibrant display without the lily completely overtaking the water surface.
As a rhizome plant, it should be planted in an aquatic-safe container using heavy garden soil or specialized aquatic planting media. Ensure the crown of the rhizome is positioned near the surface of the soil to encourage healthy growth.
No, this is specifically an outdoor pond plant. It requires the natural sunlight and seasonal temperature cycles of an outdoor environment to thrive and produce its signature double flowers.
This plant is propagated through rhizome division. You can divide the rhizome during the dormant season or early spring to create new plants once the original has grown large enough.
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