Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Helvola' is a charming water lily variety admired for its petite size and delicate beauty. This compact aquatic plant features small, lily-pad-like leaves and dainty yellow flowers that grace the water's surface. Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Helvola' is a popular choice for small ponds, containers, and water features, adding a touch of elegance and tranquility to aquatic environments.

Why We Like It

• Petite size suitable for small ponds and containers
• Delicate yellow flowers for a graceful and serene display
• Adds beauty and tranquility to water features

What to Know

• Requires full sun to partial shade for optimal growth
• Plant in loamy soil or aquatic baskets with clay or loam-based soil
• Place the plant in a water depth of 10-40 centimeters
• Fertilize sparingly during the growing season
• Protect from extreme cold temperatures in winter by moving indoors or providing insulation

Flower Colour The flowers of Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Helvola' are a delicate shade of yellow.

Flowering Months This plant typically flowers from June to September.

Height and Spread When fully grown, Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Helvola' has a height and spread of approximately 10-30 centimeters.