Marliac Carnea Water Lily is a heavy-blooming, hardy, medium-sized waterlily.
The Water lily Marliac Carnea is a vintage hybrid introduced in 1879 by Latour Marliac . Mature plants have 4"-5" flowers and 5"-6" green lily pads. A hardy water lily that will bloom profusely all season long. This outstanding water lily is suitable for any size pond. It will even bloom in partially shaded ponds if you have 5 hours of direct mid-day sun on the pads completely unobstructed! It needs plenty of space to grow, so it makes an excellent choice for a lake or large, deep wildlife pond. The faint blush pink of the flowers looks almost white at first glance. The faint pink flowers are 4-5 inches wide.
SIZE: Medium (3' to 4' Spread)
LIGHT REQUIREMENTS: Full Sun - Part Shade
WATER DEPTH: 12" TO 20" below the waterline.
Water's Surface to top of Mud
USDA HARDINESS ZONES: 4-11
PLANTING CONTAINER AND RECOMMENDATIONS: We recommend a Medium or Large Fabric Planting Bag. Plant in heavy soil and fertilize every t15 days for best growth and flowers.