🌸 Nymphaea ‘Manickam’
2015 IWGS Best New Hardy Water Lily
N. ‘Manickam’ is an award-winning, color-shifting winter hardy water lily that adds intrigue and elegance to any pond. Honored as the 2015 Best New Hardy Lily by the International Waterlily and Water Gardening Society, this medium-sized lily is prized for its unique color morphing blooms — shifting between orangish-red to pink depending on light, water conditions, and temperature.
Key Features:
🎨 Color: Color-morphing blooms — from orangish red to vibrant pink
📏 Size: Medium variety with a 5-foot pad spread
🌞 Light: Requires minimum 5 hours of full sun daily
❄️ Hardiness: Winter hardy in USDA Zones 5–10
Planting Guidelines:
🪴 Use a large rectangular pot (minimum 18–24" length)
🌊 Depth: Plant 6–12 inches from soil to water surface
🧭 Allow at least 5 feet of surface area for healthy spread
N. Manickam is a top-performing pink variety with the added appeal of environmental responsiveness — perfect for collectors and enthusiasts seeking something truly unique.
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