{"title":"Giant Victoria Water Lily water Platters","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGiant Victoria Water Lily Platters for Sale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease note if each is by seed or by live plant and season they will ship*\u003cbr\u003eThese are special pond plants and availability will change from year to year. Victoria water lilies are a novice level plant, they are covered in thorns on the underside of the pads, the stems all the way to the root, require warm temperatures and full sunlight and lots of steady fertilizer, room, and care. Please make sure you are seriously prepared to grow these before ordering - they are fun but require being ready for steady care and feeding - specific growing enviroments and timing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe have \u003ca title=\"Water Lily Species Information\" href=\"https:\/\/pondmegastore.com\/pages\/the-water-lily-family-nymphaeaceae-accepted-genera-species-names\"\u003emore information about all the All Water Lily species here\u003c\/a\u003e you can read and learn about before deciding to growing these amazing pond plants. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"amazon-victoria-cruziana-giant-waterlily-br-for-advanced-growers-only","title":"GIANT VICTORIA CRUZIANA WATER LILY","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"260\"\u003eVictoria cruziana Giant Water Lily\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"789\"\u003e*Advanced Waterlily Growers! \u0026lt;br\u0026gt; \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWill ship late May into June \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"298\"\u003eVictoria cruziana Water Lily\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most exciting and dramatic aquatic plants in the world. Known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"417\"\u003eeasiest of the Victoria species\u003c\/strong\u003e to grow, it is still not recommended for beginners—it demands careful attention to soil, fertilizer, water, warmth, and handling. With proper care, this \u003cstrong data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"599\"\u003egiant tropical water lily\u003c\/strong\u003e produces \u003cstrong data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eenormous pads (7–14+ inches when shipped, expanding much larger through the season)\u003c\/strong\u003e and magnificent flowers that open in the evening, transforming your pond into a showpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"987\"\u003eNative to South America, \u003cstrong data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"837\"\u003eVictoria cruziana\u003c\/strong\u003e is a plant for the dedicated water gardener. Growing it successfully is an unforgettable experience—but it requires space, patience, and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"992\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1030\"\u003e🌱 Planting \u0026amp; Care Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"298\"\u003eVictoria cruziana Water Lily \u003c\/strong\u003eContainer Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start with a 5–10 gallon fabric pot, though a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003e25–100 gallon container\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended for specimen size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"298\"\u003eVictoria cruziana Water Lily \u003c\/strong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pads may eventually span \u003cstrong data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003e10–15 feet or more\u003c\/strong\u003e under proper culture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003eHeavy loam soil only\u003c\/strong\u003e—never stones, aquatic media, or bagged soils with compost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"298\"\u003eVictoria cruziana Water Lily \u003c\/strong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003e6–14 inches of water above the soil line\u003c\/strong\u003e is optimal for juveniles; can be lowered slightly once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eFertilizing the \u003cstrong data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"298\"\u003eVictoria cruziana Water Lily\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003eBegin with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003e4–5 Waterlily World Fertilizer Tablets per week\u003c\/strong\u003e (placed 6 inches away from the crown) for the first 3–4 weeks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003eIncrease steadily as plant size grows—watch pad size as your indicator: if a new pad is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003esmaller than the previous one\u003c\/strong\u003e, the plant is underfed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003eDo not overfertilize\u003c\/strong\u003e—excess can kill Victoria water lilies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003eTemperature for \u003cstrong data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"298\"\u003eVictoria cruziana Water Lily\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires \u003cstrong data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003e80°F+ at the root zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1910\"\u003eSunlight for \u003cstrong data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"298\"\u003eVictoria cruziana Water Lily\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full direct sun, all day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large flowers are lightly fragrant and change color over their short bloom cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2044\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003e📦 Shipping Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2429\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2145\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2145\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003eShips only May 20 – July 15\u003c\/strong\u003e each year (depending on conditions)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003eAlways shipped with pads sized \u003cstrong data-start=\"2179\" data-end=\"2201\"\u003e7–14 inches across\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2271\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2271\"\u003eShips separately from most other pond plants (similar to lotus)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2429\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2429\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2338\"\u003eIf you want other pond plants earlier, place separate orders\u003c\/strong\u003e—otherwise, your order will be held until late May or June when Victoria is ready to ship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2431\" data-end=\"2434\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2490\"\u003e⚠️ How to Ruin \/ Kill a Victoria (What Not to Do)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2492\" data-end=\"2927\"\u003e❌ Use \u003cstrong data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2524\"\u003ealgaecides with copper\u003c\/strong\u003e – even small amounts will kill Victoria lilies\u003cbr data-start=\"2571\" data-end=\"2574\"\u003e❌ Place in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2585\" data-end=\"2599\"\u003ecool water\u003c\/strong\u003e – root temps under 80°F will cause failure\u003cbr data-start=\"2642\" data-end=\"2645\"\u003e❌ Never break the smallest and newest \u003cstrong data-start=\"2656\" data-end=\"2685\"\u003eemerging pad at the crown\u003c\/strong\u003e – this prevents new pads from forming and the plant will die in days\u003cbr data-start=\"2759\" data-end=\"2762\"\u003e❌ Overfertilize or underfertilize – both will quickly stress or kill the plant\u003cbr data-start=\"2840\" data-end=\"2843\"\u003e❌ Handle carelessly – the roots, pads, and stems are covered with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2909\" data-end=\"2925\"\u003esharp thorns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2929\" data-end=\"2932\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2934\" data-end=\"3189\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2937\" data-end=\"2959\"\u003ePondMegastore Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Become a skilled grower of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2987\" data-end=\"3012\"\u003etropical water lilies\u003c\/strong\u003e before attempting Victoria. With proper care, patience, and space, \u003cstrong data-start=\"3080\" data-end=\"3101\"\u003eVictoria cruziana\u003c\/strong\u003e will reward you with one of the most breathtaking aquatic plant experiences on Earth.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pond Plants, Water Lilies, Pond Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44111059091744,"sku":"GIANT VICTORIA LILY (Expert Packers only)","price":159.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1725\/7713\/products\/VictoriaWaterLily1Cruzianacp.jpg?v=1669654159"},{"product_id":"victoria-bolivia-5-seeds-water-lily-platter-exclusive-pond-megastore","title":"Victoria Bolivia (5 SEEDS) Water Lily Platter Exclusive* Pond Megastore","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"72\"\u003eVictoria 'boliviana' — World’s Largest Water Lily Species (5-Pack Seed) Limited \u0026amp; hard to obtain. \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"555\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"96\"\u003eVictoria boliviana\u003c\/strong\u003e is the largest water lily species—new to science in 2022 and recognized by Guinness World Records for its extraordinary size. Note, yes these are expensive but you should be able to get a few plants if you follow the directions from these they have a good germination rate when directions are followed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"555\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"277\"\u003eIn cultivation, its floating pads can exceed 2.8 m (9+ ft) and the record pad measured 3.2 m (10 ft 6 in) in Bolivia. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Flowers can reach up to 36 cm (about 14 in) wide in ideal conditions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"812\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"589\"\u003ePond Megastore 2026 release:\u003c\/strong\u003e This listing is sold as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"634\"\u003e5-pack of seed\u003c\/strong\u003e to start in spring. \u003cstrong data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"702\"\u003eIt is NOT sold as a late-spring young plant\u003c\/strong\u003e like our \u003cem data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"731\"\u003eVictoria cruziana\u003c\/em\u003e. Seeds require time, warmth, and careful steps—please read the directions fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"817\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"865\"\u003eWhy water gardeners want Victoria boliviana\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"957\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"957\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"902\"\u003elargest water lily species\u003c\/strong\u003e ever confirmed \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003eA newly recognized species that was long misidentified until \u003cstrong data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003eDNA + historic records\u003c\/strong\u003e confirmed it \u003cspan class=\"\" 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thorns\/spines on giant Victoria plants—handle carefully as they mature \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003eSeed germination (clear, time-sensitive steps)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eBotanic gardens commonly germinate Victoria seeds in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003eheated water around 80°F (≈28–30°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1696\"\u003e1) Prepare the sowing pot (community pot works great):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1834\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003ePlant \u003cstrong data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003e5 seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e in one pot to start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1834\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1834\"\u003eSow seeds about 1.5× the seed’s diameter deep. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003e2) Soil mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003eUse heavy soil (clay-leaning loam is ideal) and add coarse grit at about \u003cstrong data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003e5:1 soil:grit\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003eNo fertilizer at this seed stage\u003c\/strong\u003e (the seed’s stored food carries it early). \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2132\"\u003e3) Heat \u0026amp; light:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003eKeep water \u003cstrong data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2157\"\u003e~80°F\u003c\/strong\u003e while waiting for germination. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2231\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003eProvide bright light (greenhouse sun or strong grow lights).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2350\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2348\"\u003e4) What seedlings look like (normal progression):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2516\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2516\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2516\"\u003eFirst leaf is \u003cstrong data-start=\"2367\" data-end=\"2382\"\u003ethread-like\u003c\/strong\u003e, then a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2391\" data-end=\"2405\"\u003etriangular\u003c\/strong\u003e leaf, and by the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2423\" data-end=\"2437\"\u003ethird leaf\u003c\/strong\u003e you’ll see the “platter” look begin. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2518\" data-end=\"2552\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2518\" data-end=\"2550\"\u003e5) When to pot individually:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2553\" data-end=\"2809\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2553\" data-end=\"2672\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2555\" data-end=\"2672\"\u003eOnce seedlings have \u003cstrong data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2598\"\u003e1–2 floating leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e, separate into individual pots. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2673\" data-end=\"2809\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2675\" data-end=\"2809\"\u003eBegin fertilizer at about \u003cstrong data-start=\"2701\" data-end=\"2715\"\u003e¼ strength\u003c\/strong\u003e at this stage, then increase as growth accelerates. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2811\" data-end=\"2866\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2811\" data-end=\"2864\"\u003e6) Keep upsizing pots (don’t let them root-bind):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2867\" data-end=\"2951\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2867\" data-end=\"2951\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2869\" data-end=\"2951\"\u003eRepot as needed so growth doesn’t stall.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e_______________________________\u003cbr\u003eExact comments from other victoria from Longwood gardens:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2953\" data-end=\"2956\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2958\" data-end=\"3009\"\u003eVictoria care once established (big plant rules)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3010\" data-end=\"3644\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3010\" data-end=\"3181\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3012\" data-end=\"3181\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3012\" data-end=\"3041\"\u003eWarm water is everything.\u003c\/strong\u003e Kew germinates and grows giant Victorias in warm water (about \u003cstrong data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3119\"\u003e28°C \/ 82°F\u003c\/strong\u003e) for strong growth. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3182\" data-end=\"3325\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3184\" data-end=\"3325\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3184\" data-end=\"3201\"\u003eHeavy feeder.\u003c\/strong\u003e Botanical collections fertilize these weekly or consistently through peak growth. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3326\" data-end=\"3511\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3328\" data-end=\"3511\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3328\" data-end=\"3369\"\u003eFlowers are short-lived and dramatic.\u003c\/strong\u003e Giant Victoria flowers open at night, begin white and then turn pink, and the bloom cycle is brief. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3512\" data-end=\"3644\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3514\" data-end=\"3644\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3514\" data-end=\"3542\"\u003eLikely beetle-pollinated\u003c\/strong\u003e in nature (research ongoing for V. boliviana specifically). \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3646\" data-end=\"3649\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3651\" data-end=\"3696\"\u003eDo’s ✅ \/ Don’ts ❌ (giant Victoria edition)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3697\" data-end=\"4095\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3697\" data-end=\"3703\"\u003eDo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3703\" data-end=\"3706\"\u003e✅ Keep water \u003cstrong data-start=\"3719\" data-end=\"3727\"\u003ewarm\u003c\/strong\u003e and light \u003cstrong data-start=\"3738\" data-end=\"3748\"\u003estrong\u003c\/strong\u003e during seedling stage \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3810\" data-end=\"3813\"\u003e✅ Use heavy loam\/clay-leaning soil + grit for stability \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3908\" data-end=\"3911\"\u003e✅ Pot up before plants become root-bound \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3991\" data-end=\"3994\"\u003e✅ Handle mature plants carefully—Victorias can be \u003cstrong data-start=\"4044\" data-end=\"4053\"\u003espiny\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4097\" data-end=\"4424\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4097\" data-end=\"4106\"\u003eDon’t\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4106\" data-end=\"4109\"\u003e❌ Don’t start without a heater—cool water = stalled growth \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4207\" data-end=\"4210\"\u003e❌ Don’t fertilize the seed pot at sowing (wait until floating leaves) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4319\" data-end=\"4322\"\u003e❌ Don’t delay potting up once seedlings have floating leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e______________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"413\" data-start=\"337\"\u003eHow Victoria boliviana differs from amazonica and cruziana (rims + range)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"561\" data-start=\"415\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"480\" data-start=\"415\"\u003eAll three are giant “water platter” lilies with upturned rims\u003c\/strong\u003e, but \u003cem data-end=\"500\" data-start=\"486\"\u003eV. boliviana\u003c\/em\u003e has a distinctive rim behavior and a different native range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"611\" data-start=\"563\"\u003eRim and underside differences (easy ID cues)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1662\" data-start=\"612\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"774\" data-start=\"612\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"774\" data-start=\"614\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"636\" data-start=\"614\"\u003eVictoria amazonica\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"639\" data-start=\"636\"\u003eGiant leaves with \u003cstrong data-end=\"676\" data-start=\"659\"\u003eupturned rims\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong data-end=\"709\" data-start=\"683\"\u003epurplish-red underside\u003c\/strong\u003e armed with sharp spines. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"993\" data-start=\"776\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"993\" data-start=\"778\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"799\" data-start=\"778\"\u003eVictoria cruziana\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"802\" data-start=\"799\"\u003eKnown for \u003cstrong data-end=\"843\" data-start=\"814\"\u003every thick, upturned rims\u003c\/strong\u003e (often reported up to ~20 cm in cultivation) and generally a greener look to the rim compared with amazonica. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1662\" data-start=\"995\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1662\" data-start=\"997\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1043\" data-start=\"997\"\u003eVictoria boliviana (largest known species)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1046\" data-start=\"1043\"\u003eKew notes a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1084\" data-start=\"1060\"\u003elarge rim ~7 cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e and an \u003cstrong data-end=\"1129\" data-start=\"1092\"\u003eouter rim that appears bright red\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1171\" data-start=\"1168\"\u003eThe formal species description also reports a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1251\" data-start=\"1219\"\u003eunique rim color variability\u003c\/strong\u003e: the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1290\" data-start=\"1257\"\u003eunderside of the upturned rim\u003c\/strong\u003e can vary \u003cstrong data-end=\"1350\" data-start=\"1300\"\u003ebetween individual plants in the same locality\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong data-end=\"1371\" data-start=\"1356\"\u003edark maroon\u003c\/strong\u003e to \u003cstrong data-end=\"1402\" data-start=\"1375\"\u003every pale green\/whitish\u003c\/strong\u003e—a characteristic noted as not seen in the other species. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1500\" data-start=\"1497\"\u003eBoliviana is recognized as the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1559\" data-start=\"1533\"\u003elargest known Victoria\u003c\/strong\u003e, with leaves observed \u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"1590\" data-start=\"1582\"\u003e\u0026gt;3 m\u003c\/strong\u003e and record leaves at \u003cstrong data-end=\"1621\" data-start=\"1612\"\u003e3.2 m\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1725\" data-start=\"1664\"\u003eWhy they remained separate species (geography + genetics)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1861\" data-start=\"1726\"\u003eThese Victorias occur in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1785\" data-start=\"1751\"\u003edifferent river basins\/regions\u003c\/strong\u003e, limiting gene flow and helping them stay genetically distinct over time:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2297\" data-start=\"1862\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2011\" data-start=\"1862\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2011\" data-start=\"1864\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1880\" data-start=\"1864\"\u003eV. amazonica\u003c\/strong\u003e: Amazon basin and other major basins (including Guaviare\/Orinoco tributary and Essequibo). \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2143\" data-start=\"2012\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2143\" data-start=\"2014\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2029\" data-start=\"2014\"\u003eV. cruziana\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paraná River system and tributaries (the temperate member of the group). \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2297\" data-start=\"2144\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2297\" data-start=\"2146\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2162\" data-start=\"2146\"\u003eV. boliviana\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bolivian wetlands (Llanos de Moxos), with records concentrated in the \u003cstrong data-end=\"2256\" data-start=\"2234\"\u003eMamoré river basin\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2503\" data-start=\"2299\"\u003eKew also emphasizes that \u003cstrong data-end=\"2340\" data-start=\"2324\"\u003eDNA analysis\u003c\/strong\u003e showed \u003cem data-end=\"2362\" data-start=\"2348\"\u003eV. boliviana\u003c\/em\u003e is \u003cstrong data-end=\"2396\" data-start=\"2366\"\u003egenetically very different\u003c\/strong\u003e from the other two species (and closely related to \u003cem data-end=\"2461\" data-start=\"2448\"\u003eV. cruziana\u003c\/em\u003e). \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2550\" data-start=\"2505\"\u003eGermination note (our honest observation)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2812\" data-start=\"2551\"\u003eMany growers find Victorias variable from year to year. \u003cstrong data-end=\"2703\" data-start=\"2607\"\u003eIn our experience so far, boliviana seed tends to germinate a bit more readily than cruziana\u003c\/strong\u003e, but it still requires warm water and careful timing. (Results can vary with seed freshness and conditions.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"413\" data-start=\"337\"\u003eHow Victoria boliviana differs from amazonica and cruziana (rims + range)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"561\" data-start=\"415\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"480\" data-start=\"415\"\u003eAll three are giant “water platter” lilies with upturned rims\u003c\/strong\u003e, but \u003cem data-end=\"500\" data-start=\"486\"\u003eV. boliviana\u003c\/em\u003e has a distinctive rim behavior and a different native range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"611\" data-start=\"563\"\u003eRim and underside differences (easy ID cues)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1662\" data-start=\"612\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"774\" data-start=\"612\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"774\" data-start=\"614\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"636\" data-start=\"614\"\u003eVictoria amazonica\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"639\" data-start=\"636\"\u003eGiant leaves with \u003cstrong data-end=\"676\" data-start=\"659\"\u003eupturned rims\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong data-end=\"709\" data-start=\"683\"\u003epurplish-red underside\u003c\/strong\u003e armed with sharp spines. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"993\" data-start=\"776\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"993\" data-start=\"778\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"799\" data-start=\"778\"\u003eVictoria cruziana\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"802\" data-start=\"799\"\u003eKnown for \u003cstrong data-end=\"843\" data-start=\"814\"\u003every thick, upturned rims\u003c\/strong\u003e (often reported up to ~20 cm in cultivation) and generally a greener look to the rim compared with amazonica. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1662\" data-start=\"995\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1662\" data-start=\"997\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1043\" data-start=\"997\"\u003eVictoria boliviana (largest known species)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1046\" data-start=\"1043\"\u003eKew notes a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1084\" data-start=\"1060\"\u003elarge rim ~7 cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e and an \u003cstrong data-end=\"1129\" data-start=\"1092\"\u003eouter rim that appears bright red\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1171\" data-start=\"1168\"\u003eThe formal species description also reports a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1251\" data-start=\"1219\"\u003eunique rim color variability\u003c\/strong\u003e: the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1290\" data-start=\"1257\"\u003eunderside of the upturned rim\u003c\/strong\u003e can vary \u003cstrong data-end=\"1350\" data-start=\"1300\"\u003ebetween individual plants in the same locality\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong data-end=\"1371\" data-start=\"1356\"\u003edark maroon\u003c\/strong\u003e to \u003cstrong data-end=\"1402\" data-start=\"1375\"\u003every pale green\/whitish\u003c\/strong\u003e—a characteristic noted as not seen in the other species. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1500\" data-start=\"1497\"\u003eBoliviana is recognized as the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1559\" data-start=\"1533\"\u003elargest known Victoria\u003c\/strong\u003e, with leaves observed \u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"1590\" data-start=\"1582\"\u003e\u0026gt;3 m\u003c\/strong\u003e and record leaves at \u003cstrong data-end=\"1621\" data-start=\"1612\"\u003e3.2 m\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1725\" data-start=\"1664\"\u003eWhy they remained separate species (geography + genetics)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1861\" data-start=\"1726\"\u003eThese Victorias occur in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1785\" data-start=\"1751\"\u003edifferent river basins\/regions\u003c\/strong\u003e, limiting gene flow and helping them stay genetically distinct over time:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2297\" data-start=\"1862\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2011\" data-start=\"1862\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2011\" data-start=\"1864\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1880\" data-start=\"1864\"\u003eV. amazonica\u003c\/strong\u003e: Amazon basin and other major basins (including Guaviare\/Orinoco tributary and Essequibo). \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2143\" data-start=\"2012\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2143\" data-start=\"2014\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2029\" data-start=\"2014\"\u003eV. cruziana\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paraná River system and tributaries (the temperate member of the group). \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2297\" data-start=\"2144\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2297\" data-start=\"2146\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2162\" data-start=\"2146\"\u003eV. boliviana\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bolivian wetlands (Llanos de Moxos), with records concentrated in the \u003cstrong data-end=\"2256\" data-start=\"2234\"\u003eMamoré river basin\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2503\" data-start=\"2299\"\u003eKew also emphasizes that \u003cstrong data-end=\"2340\" data-start=\"2324\"\u003eDNA analysis\u003c\/strong\u003e showed \u003cem data-end=\"2362\" data-start=\"2348\"\u003eV. boliviana\u003c\/em\u003e is \u003cstrong data-end=\"2396\" data-start=\"2366\"\u003egenetically very different\u003c\/strong\u003e from the other two species (and closely related to \u003cem data-end=\"2461\" data-start=\"2448\"\u003eV. cruziana\u003c\/em\u003e). \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2550\" data-start=\"2505\"\u003eGermination note (our honest observation)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2812\" data-start=\"2551\"\u003eMany growers find Victorias variable from year to year. \u003cstrong data-end=\"2703\" data-start=\"2607\"\u003eIn our experience so far, boliviana seed tends to germinate a bit more readily than cruziana\u003c\/strong\u003e, but it still requires warm water and careful timing. (Results can vary with seed freshness and conditions.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are no returns on victoria boliviana seeds. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pond Plants, Water Lilies, Pond Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51206392054048,"sku":"BOLIVIANA LILY (5) SEEDS","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1725\/7713\/files\/Victoria_Boliviana_Water_Lily_834_For_Sale_Banner_22.jpg?v=1770479902"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1725\/7713\/collections\/Victoria_Water_Lily_1_Cruziana_cp_1512x_2x_48c03956-5519-4743-ae2e-fb2f5969d428.webp?v=1772638839","url":"https:\/\/pondmegastore.com\/fr\/collections\/giant-victoria-water-lily-water-platters.oembed","provider":"Pond Megastore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}