Nymphaea Firecrest Water Lily is a beautiful aquatic plant that adds colour and vibrancy to any pond or water garden. The flower of this plant is a stunning shade of orange-red and sits atop the water, creating a lovely focal point. It is suitable for an Irish garden as it can tolerate colder temperatures and is easy to grow. The leaves of the plant are a lily pad shape and provide a great place for aquatic wildlife to hide and take shelter.

Why we like it:

• Adds a burst of colour to any pond or water garden
• Tolerates colder temperatures, making it suitable for Irish gardens
• Provides shelter and habitat for aquatic wildlife

What to know:

• Plant in a still area of water with plenty of sunlight
• Feed with aquatic plant fertiliser during the growing season
• Prune back leaves and flowers as they die to encourage new growth
• Blooms from June to September
• Can be grown in containers or planted directly in the pond

Height and Spread:

• Height: 15-30cm
• Spread: 80-100cm