Andreana Hardy Waterlily – Small Size, Big Beauty

The Andreana Hardy Waterlily is a delightful small red water lily that adds charm and elegance to any pond, tub, or container garden. Its striking red blooms darken as they mature, creating a dramatic effect that looks incredible against the green lily pads splashed with red blotches. Golden-yellow stamens accent the center, adding a warm glow to every flower.

Though compact in size, the Andreana Hardy Waterlily is big on beauty and blooms generously all summer long until frost. This variety is a true gem for smaller ponds and water features where space is limited but vibrant color is desired.

Andreana Hardy Waterlily Proper Planting and Care

• Container Size: Plant in a 12–14 inch wide container to give the rhizomes enough space to grow.

• Soil Type: Use heavy loam soil only. Avoid bagged soil mixes, which are high in compost and will rot in water.

• Depth from Soil to Water Surface: Place 5–20 inches beneath the surface of the water.

• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun (5+ hours minimum) is necessary for strong flowering.

• Best Planting Time: Begin in spring once water temperatures are consistently 62–65°F. Do not plant later than 4–5 weeks before your region’s first frost date.

Andreana Hardy Waterlily Fertilizing Schedule

• Fertilize on the 1st and 15th of each month throughout the growing season (typically May–September).

• Use 2–3 Waterlily World Fertilizer Tablets per feeding, pressing them 3–4 inches into the soil near the crown.

• Consistent feeding ensures continuous blooms and healthy foliage.

Do’s and Don’ts for Andreana Hardy Waterlily

✅ Do:

• Plant Andreana Hardy Waterlily in full sun for vibrant, healthy blooms.

• Use only heavy loam soil in aquatic fabric containers or natural pond soil.

• Repot and divide the rhizomes every 1–2 years to avoid overcrowding and encourage flowering.

• Provide a stable environment with calm water and steady sunlight.

❌ Don’t:

• Do not let the plant dry out during unpacking. Waterlilies lose moisture quickly, so pot and submerge immediately upon arrival.

• Do not use bagged compost or gravel as planting media—this leads to poor performance and rotting.

• Do not allow floating plants or nearby lilies to shade Andreana Hardy Waterlily. Crowding prevents proper growth and bloom production.

• Do not delay planting in spring; water must be warm enough (62–65°F) for healthy establishment.

Andreana Hardy Waterlily Shipping Information

All hardy water lilies, including Andreana Hardy Waterlily, ship beginning in spring at the proper planting time for the least cold-sensitive item on your order. Orders continue shipping through the summer.

• Early pre-season orders ship first in April and May.

• Plants are shipped 2–3 day service (usually UPS) at the start of each week.

• You will receive an email with tracking details the day your order ships, so you can prepare to plant immediately.

📸 Important: If your plants arrive with minor yellow leaves or broken stems, this is normal. Simply plant right away, as waterlilies quickly send up fresh foliage. For major concerns, email photos (including unpacked plants and the packing slip with initials) within 24 hours to pondquestions@gmail.com.

Specifications: Andreana Hardy Waterlily

• Flower Color: Red blooms, darkening with maturity

• Bloom Size: 3–4 inches

• Pad Color: Green with red blotches

• Fragrance: Light fragrance

• Plant Size: Small

• Spread: 2–3 feet

• Container Size: 12–14 inch wide pot

• Depth from Soil to Water Surface: 5–20 inches

• Sunlight: Full sun (6+ hours of strong midday sun)

• Shipped As: Live pond plant (must be repotted into proper aquatic fabric container or directly into your earth-bottom pond immediately upon arrival)

• USDA Zones: Winter hardy in Zones 4–12