Nymphaea Barbara Dobbins is a distinctive water lily. Its blooms are very large and star-shaped, featuring pale yellow inner petals and light pink outer petals. The flowers can rise up to 20 cm above the water surface. Their soft coloring stands out beautifully against the water and dark leaves. This lily blooms abundantly and for an extended period.
Features
* Flower color: light pink outer petals, pale yellow inner petals
* Flowers: 12 cm, star-shaped
* Leaves: large, green with brown speckles
* Water depth: 40–80 cm
* Plant spread: 2 m²
* Nymphaea Barbara Dobbins prefers a sunny growing spot (at least 5–6 hours of light daily). It blooms from June to September and is well-suited for small ponds or tubs. Removing deadhead blooms and yellowed leaves helps keep the water cleaner.
Planting
Water lilies prefer rich, clay-like soil; sandy bottoms are not suitable for them. In a natural pond, they can be planted directly into the mud at a depth of at least 50 cm, where the bottom does not freeze in winter. If the pond freezes completely during the winter, the water lily should be removed in autumn along with the planting basket and placed in an appropriate wintering location. A dark cellar with low temperature is ideal. The plant should be placed in a water-filled container, its leaves removed, and regularly checked throughout the winter to ensure it has enough water, adding more as needed.