Nymphaea Charlene Strawn is a delightful and resilient hybrid water lily known for its delicate light-yellow blooms. This hardy water lily, a hybrid between Nymphaea mexicana and Nymphaea odorata, stands out for its ability to hold its flowers above the water surface, adding a touch of elegance to any medium to large water garden.

Key Features:

• Delicate Yellow Flowers: Features light-yellow flowers that provide a soft and calming aesthetic to your pond or water garden.
• Hardy Hybrid: Combines the robustness of its parent species, making it a reliable bloomer and over-wintering well in various climates.
• Fragrant Blooms: Emits a subtle fragrance, enhancing the sensory experience of your garden.

Optimal Conditions:

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily, though it can tolerate some shade.
• Water Depth: Best planted in water that is 3 inches to 2 feet deep.
• Soil Type: Thrives in loam or clay soils, often planted in containers submerged in the pond.

Benefits:

• Aesthetic Appeal: Adds a charming and serene touch with its light-yellow flowers held above the water surface.
• Wildlife Attraction: Attracts beneficial wildlife such as bees and provides cover for fish, contributing to a healthy pond ecosystem.
• Versatile Planting: Suitable for both medium and large ponds and water gardens, making it a flexible choice for various aquatic setups.

Care and Maintenance:

• Fertilization: Regular fertilization during the growing season with aquatic plant fertilizers promotes healthy growth and abundant blooming.
• Pruning: Remove yellowing leaves and spent flowers to encourage new growth and maintain plant health.
• Winter Care: This hardy lily overwinters well, requiring minimal protection in colder climates.

Historical and Botanical Notes:

• Hybrid Origin: Developed as a hybrid between two native water lilies, Nymphaea mexicana and Nymphaea odorata.
• Named After: Named ‘Charlene Strawn’ in recognition of its unique qualities and aesthetic appeal.

Conclusion:

Nymphaea Charlene Strawn is an excellent choice for gardeners looking to add a touch of elegance and tranquility to their water gardens. Its delicate yellow flowers, hardy nature, and ease of care make it a standout feature in any aquatic landscape. Enhance your pond with the beauty of Nymphaea Charlene Strawn and enjoy the serene transformation it brings to your water garden environment.

• You will get 1 young and freshly harvested water lily tuber
• All of our water lilies tubers/rhizomes have been inspected before ship out and guaranteed they are viable and perfect to grow in a proper pond environment