Also known as Water Lily · 1 saves
Nymphaea
Nymphaea, the genus most gardeners know as water lily. We track 2 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 2 most-saved Nymphaea varieties
2 species of Nymphaea
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Nymphaea in Sow
Save the Nymphaea you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Nymphaea questions
How many types of Nymphaea are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 2 distinct Nymphaea varieties. The most popular — ranked by 1 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Nymphaea grow in?
Across its varieties, Nymphaea covers USDA Zones 4–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Nymphaea bloom?
Most Nymphaea varieties bloom in summer, spring. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Nymphaea should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.