Victoria, Giant Water Lily, Giant Waterlily, Giant Water Platter
Victoria 'Longwood Hybrid'

Category
Ponds and Aquatics
Tropicals and Tender Perennials

Water Requirements
Very high moisture needs; suitable for bogs and water gardens

Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage
Grown for foliage

Foliage Color
Burgundy/Maroon

Height
under 6 in. (15 cm)

Spacing
12-15 ft. (3.6-4.7 m)

Hardiness
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Where to Grow

Danger
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Pollen may cause allergic reaction

Bloom Color
Rose/Mauve

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time

Other details

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information

Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost

Seed Collecting