Nymphaea 'Mexicanna'The name Nymphaea 'Mexicanna' is usually used in the trade for the yellow water lily species Nymphaea mexicana, and the spelling varies a lot between sellers. This plant behaves differently from most hardy pond cultivars because it can spread by creeping runners as well as by rhizome growth. It makes floating pads and bright yellow flowers through the warmer months, and it is often grown for a more wild look rather than a neat, clumping patch.

The tube rises cleanly with fine veining visible throughout its length

In bigger ponds you can mix lilies

How big does Pygmaea Rubra get

tall trumpet shape of the flava species

They feature the same downward-pointing hairs as the standard

A distinctive purple cross marks the inner surface of the lid

One season

This plant has fantastic hybrid vigour

they hold a shape that strongly resembles a clam or cockle shell

upright pitchers that show a strong contrast between green tissue and deep red veins

In a larger pot

Nymphaea 'Burgundy Princess' suits small to medium ponds where surface shade and wildlife cover are needed