Nymphaea ‘Purple Zebra’

2021 IWGS World Champion | Exotic Beauty with Award-Winning Elegance

A true showstopper, ‘Purple Zebra’ earned its 2021 IWGS World Champion title for good reason. This winter hardy ISG hybrid features perfectly formed blooms with a hand-painted appearance, standing proudly above the water. Its tiger-striped pads are just as captivating—adding a bold, exotic touch to any water garden.

With a very free-flowering habit and striking aesthetics, Purple Zebra is a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts seeking both beauty and performance.

Growing Information:

• Type: Hardy ISG

• Award: 2021 IWGS Best Overall Waterlily

• Flower: Exotic painted purple with a refined shape

• Pads: Bold maroon and green tiger-striping

• Flowering: Very free flowering

• Planting Depth: 9"–24" from soil to water surface

• Growth Spread: 4–5 feet

• Sun Requirements: Minimum 6 hours of full sun daily

• USDA Zones: 6–10