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How to start with a Water Lilly

1945crewood1945crewood Posts: 170
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Until a few days ago I wasn't aware you could have Water Lillies in tubs but now I've seen one and would love to have one in my garden. Where to begin is the problem.

I know it's a pretty open question but could anyone please advise how to start with Water Lillies? Any special variety, planting, water changes, so many questions. Any help or advice would be most appreciated.
Mother Nature don't straight lines, Broken moulds in a grand design, We look a mess but we're doing fine, We're card carrying lifelong members of the Union Of Different Kinds.

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  • Hostafan1Hostafan1 Posts: 34,889
    You need to start with the"tub" you're planning to use. 
    The size dictates much about your options. 
    Generally, the bigger the better
    Devon.
  • 1945crewood1945crewood Posts: 170
    Thanks for the reply, I should have mentioned I have a couple of black plastic tubs that are new and never been used. They measure roughly 20" across the top and about 15" deep.

    Would they be to small?
    Mother Nature don't straight lines, Broken moulds in a grand design, We look a mess but we're doing fine, We're card carrying lifelong members of the Union Of Different Kinds.
  • mikeymustardmikeymustard Posts: 495
    Some miniature lilies only have a spread of about 30cm If you make sure you pick the smallest varieties it should just be possible! 
    Try this 
    https://www.lilieswatergardens.co.uk/nymphaea-little-barerooted-p-1648.html 
    I don't know the company personally, just pointing out the kind of Lily needed
  • 1945crewood1945crewood Posts: 170
    Thanks for the link Mikey. I'll take a look.
    Mother Nature don't straight lines, Broken moulds in a grand design, We look a mess but we're doing fine, We're card carrying lifelong members of the Union Of Different Kinds.
  • bullfinchbullfinch Posts: 692
    I've put  nymphaea aurora in mine, seems to be okay at the moment.
  • 1945crewood1945crewood Posts: 170
    Thanks for the reply Bullfinch. Really appreciate the help.

    Mother Nature don't straight lines, Broken moulds in a grand design, We look a mess but we're doing fine, We're card carrying lifelong members of the Union Of Different Kinds.
  • Hostafan1Hostafan1 Posts: 34,889
    Don't forget to send a photo when it's done.
    Devon.
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