Nymphaea x 'Attraction' Attraction Hardy Water Lily
Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail Hansen
This document provides an overview of Nymphaea x ‘Attraction’, commonly known as Attraction Hardy Water Lily. It describes the plant’s physical characteristics, including its large, deep rose-red to burgundy flowers and oval-shaped leaves that start as light bronze and mature to deep green. The document highlights the plant’s adaptability to various water conditions and its preference for full sun. It also outlines the plant’s uses in water gardens and ponds, emphasizing its long blooming season from early summer to early fall. Additionally, the document notes that Attraction Hardy Water Lily is suitable for medium to large ponds and can tolerate summer heat better than most red water lilies. Original publication date October 1999.