The Victoria amazonica water lily typically starts flowering in June.
Victoria water lily
Victoria amazonica
The Victoria water lily (Victoria amazonica) is a beautiful aquatic plant originating from South America. It has large, round, and waxy leaves that can reach over 7 ft in diameter. The delicate white flowers bloom once a night and can reach over 10 inches in diameter. The petals of the flower are tinted purple and they hold a delicious scent. The plant can live in slow-moving and still waters and typically grows up to 6 feet underwater. It is often recognized as one of the most spectacular aquatic plants in the world.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Rhizome Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
10 - 11
Flowers:
White to pink to rose-purple Flowers
Sun:
full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
High
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Tropical:
Yes
Care Level:
High
watering
Victoria water lilies require a lot of water in order to stay hydrated and thrive. During the warmer months, they should generally be watered twice a week or depending on soil conditions, as often as daily. In the cooler months, they may only need to be watered once every 2 weeks or so. Always check the water levels to know when you will need to add water on the ponds.
sunlight
Victoria water lilies (Victoria amazonica) need around 6-10 hours of full sunlight each day for optimal growth. It is generally recommended that they should be placed in direct sunlight for 4-6 hours during the morning, and then filtered sunlight for the remainder of the day. Check nearby canopies and trees, and remove branches that may cover the water lilies.
pruning
Victoria water lilies should be pruned once a year in early spring when new plants are just beginning to grow. Prune the stems of dead foliage and damaged leaves to promote vigorous plant growth. The right amount of pruning is important; too little will limit the plant’s ability to produce flowers and too much will harm the plant’s health. Try to prune no more than 1-third of the entire plant. This will help preserve the same shape and structure of the lilies.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
