Water Lily (Nymphaea spp.) Bare Root Plants – White or Yellow – 3 Pack

Bring timeless beauty and ecological value to your pond with Water Lily (Nymphaea spp.) bare root plants. Available in White Water Lily or Yellow Water Lily, these hardy aquatic perennials produce stunning floating foliage and elegant blooms while helping create a healthy, balanced pond ecosystem.

Water lilies provide natural shade over the water's surface, helping reduce algae growth while creating shelter for fish, frogs, turtles, and other aquatic wildlife. Their attractive flowers bloom throughout the growing season, making them one of the most popular aquatic plants for natural ponds and ornamental water features.

Each package includes 3 healthy bare root plants ready for planting.

Available Varieties:

White Water Lily (Nymphaea odorata)

Yellow Water Lily (Nymphaea mexicana)

Benefits of Water Lily

Beautiful Floating Blooms

Water lilies produce elegant white or yellow flowers that float above attractive round lily pads, creating a classic pond appearance and adding seasonal beauty.

Helps Improve Pond Health

Floating leaves naturally shade the water surface, helping reduce sunlight penetration that can contribute to excessive algae growth during the warmer months.

Provides Valuable Wildlife Habitat

Dense lily pads create cover for fish, frogs, turtles, beneficial aquatic insects, and other wildlife while offering resting places for pollinators visiting the blooms.

Supports a Balanced Aquatic Ecosystem

Water lilies help maintain healthier ponds by providing shade, habitat, and natural diversity within aquatic plant communities.

Pond Lily Planting Information

• Plant bare roots in aquatic planting containers or directly into suitable pond soil. 
• Place in full sun for the best flowering performance.
• Plant with the growing crown just above the soil surface.
• Mature water depth varies by variety but is generally 12–36 inches below the water surface.

Why You'll Love Water Lilies

✔ Beautiful floating flowers throughout the growing season

✔ Attractive floating foliage helps shade the pond

✔ Provides shelter for fish and aquatic wildlife

✔ Helps reduce excessive sunlight reaching the water

✔ Easy to establish and maintain

✔ Creates a natural, balanced pond ecosystem

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these potted plants?

No. These are bare root water lily plants, carefully prepared and ready for planting.

Which flower colors are available?

Choose from White Water Lily or Yellow Water Lily.

How many plants are included?

Each package contains 3 bare root water lily plants.

Where should I plant water lilies?

Water lilies perform best in ponds, lakes, and other still-water features where they receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day.

Will water lilies spread?

Yes. Mature plants gradually expand over time by producing new rhizomes, creating larger displays of floating foliage and blooms.

Are water lilies beneficial for fish?

Absolutely. Floating leaves provide shade that helps keep water cooler during summer while offering cover and protection for fish and other aquatic wildlife.

Shipping & Packaging

Bare root plants are carefully packaged to help maintain quality during transit and arrive ready for planting. For the best results, plant promptly upon arrival and keep the roots moist until planting.