Thursday, July 16, 2020

Nymphaea "Avalanche"






Avalanche water lily. Created by Craig Presnell in 2003 from an unnamed seedling and pollen from Nymphaea ampla. The light blue petals are accented by mostly white petaloids with a yellow base. Up to 9" flowers stand close to 9" above the water surface. Flowers remain open till sunset or later. These beautiful flowers are framed by gorgeous mostly green leaves with heavy maroon mottling. Best suited for medium to large ponds this cultivar will attain a spread over 10'!

Awarded Best new water lily and best tropical lily in 2006 by IWGS, International Waterlily and Water Gardening Society.



4' Diameter


Available at our nursery in very limited quantities. It is sure to sell out like it has at many other growers. Call now to reserve yours. 772-260-9383.


1 comment:

Anonymous said...

The most beautiful art is in nature for sure. Even though you are a scientist, I wonder do you think God had anything to do with this?
Thank You for capturing and sharing this beauty. Keep up the good work!

michele