Product Overview
Nymphaea 'Izia' Dwarf Yellow Hardy Water Lily
Izia is a fantastic new dwarf yellow hardy waterlily hybridized by Florian Henaux of France.
Helvola was the best (and only) dwarf yellow hardy waterlily since it was hybridized in 1879 by Marliac (also of France). One of the most famous of all waterlilies, Helvola has just been blown out of the water by Izia (pun intended).
Izia is superior in every way--a more robust grower, stronger yellow color, more pleasing flower form with many more petals, and a much longer bloom period. As growers and hobbyists with decades of experience growing Helvola, we are very excited about this new cultivar!
SIZE: Dwarf to Small (2-3' Spread)
PLANTING CONTAINER: We recommend a 7.5" x 5" fabric pot. Click on the link to read about why fabric pots work better!
FERTILIZING: For best health and growth, and especially for maximizing the size and number of blooms, we recommend fertilizing waterlilies regularly. Use Pondtabbs 20 count, 60 count, or 300 count for fast release, or Aquascape 6 count or 12 count capsules for slow release (once a year) fertilizing. Aquascape is preferred for low maintenance, but Pondtabbs are useful in Spring when Aquascape is slow to start in low temperatures. Pondtabbs are also useful for a quick extra nutrient push for extra bloom, and for mid-summer fertilizing of a new plant (we don't recommend using slow release fertilizer in mid-summer or later in cold climates, as plants should run out of fertilizer at the end of the year to encourage dormancy in cold climates).
LIGHT REQUIREMENTS: Full sun to partial shade; the more sun, the more bloom
WATER DEPTH: 6" TO 18" (Maximum water depth is for mature water lilies)
USDA HARDINESS ZONES: 4-11
Water Lilies are shipped bare root and will require planting upon arrival. For in depth planting instructions visit Hardy Waterlily Planting Instructions
For information on using plants for pond filtration, please read our blog on this topic!
