Description

Nymphaea Antares Night Blooming Tropical Red Water Lily

Common Name:      Nymphaea ‘Antares’

Nymphaea ‘Red’ is an excellent night blooming tropical waterlily with red blossoms. The flowers open in the early evening and stay open till 8-9 in the morning. Nymphaea ‘Antares’ is the most vigorous of the red night bloomers.  Night blooming lilies are an excellent choice for those who have to work all day. This is a great addition for a medium to large water garden or pond.

Scientific name: Nymphaea x ‘Antares’

Hardiness/Type: Tropical/Night blooming

Flower Color: Red

Pad Color: Green

Size: Medium – Large

Hybridizer: Longwood Gardens 1962