🌸 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 5–10Planting 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.
📦 Shipping Note: Orders ship on Mondays (Tuesdays after federal holidays)
Manickam
We ship flat-rate USPS Priority for $20.00 which includes from one (1) to five (5) plants.
USPS Priority shipping is typically 1-3 days however it is not guaranteed and can take up to a week to 10 days depending on weather, etc.
Orders are shipped on Mondays unless there is a federal holiday then orders will ship on Tuesday.