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‘Mrs. C. W. Ward’ Tropical Water Lily
$39.99
This ‘Mrs. C. W. Ward’ water lily has large blossoms with pointed rose pink petals. The golden yellow stamens tipped with pink may grow 15″ above the water’s surface depending on growing conditions.
The characteristic sepals bend down towards your water garden pond surface having a beautiful reflection. The flowers can grow high above your smaller water lilies as the sepals bend down as it proudly shows off the beauty of her petals.
The striking green pads with wavy margins add to the attractive display. Mrs. C. W. Ward is a very strong and wonderfully growing water lily that has endured ages of beauty!
Hybridized By: William Tricker in 1900″
In stock
Size: Grows to 15" above the water.
Description
Mrs. C. W. Ward Water Lily – Historic Rose-Pink Hardy Variety
A Classic Hardy Water Lily for Elegant Pond Displays
The Mrs. C. W. Ward water lily is a historic hardy variety known for its large blooms, upright growth, and refined rose-pink coloration. This water lily immediately commands attention, as it rises gracefully above the pond surface and adds timeless beauty to water gardens of all sizes.
Because of its strong growth habit, the Mrs. C. W. Ward water lily performs especially well in established ponds. It thrives when given ample sunlight and space to spread.
Striking Blooms with Graceful Form
Each flower displays pointed rose-pink petals arranged in a balanced, elegant shape. At the center, golden yellow stamens tipped with soft pink provide a warm contrast. Under ideal conditions, the blooms may rise up to 15 inches above the water’s surface, which creates dramatic vertical interest.
Additionally, the sepals bend downward toward the pond, forming a distinctive silhouette. As a result, the flower reflects beautifully on the water below. This feature allows the Mrs. C. W. Ward water lily to stand out among smaller or lower-growing varieties.
Attractive Pads That Enhance the Pond Surface
The foliage adds just as much appeal as the flowers. Bright green pads with gently wavy margins spread across the water, softening the pond’s appearance. Moreover, these pads provide shade, which helps protect fish and reduce excess sunlight.
Because the pads grow vigorously, they quickly create a full and balanced display without appearing overcrowded.
Strong Growth and Historic Significance
The Mrs. C. W. Ward water lily grows with strength and consistency throughout the season. It establishes easily and continues to bloom reliably year after year. Therefore, it remains a dependable choice for both new and experienced water gardeners.
William Tricker hybridized this variety in 1900, and it has endured for more than a century. Today, the Mrs. C. W. Ward water lily still represents the lasting legacy of early American water lily breeding.
| Benefits | The flowers can grow high above your smaller water lilies as the sepals bend down as it proudly shows off the beauty of her petals. |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Large Flowers: Pointed rose pink petals. |
| Size | Grows to 15" above the water. |
| Preferred Growing Conditions | 6+ hrs/day direct sunlight. |
| Botanical Name | Nymphaea 'Mrs. C. W. Ward' |
| Hybridized By | 1900, William Tricker |
| History | The general habit of the parent, N. flavo-virens, and in the tuber they follow this parent exactly; but the color of the flower and leaf is beautifully intermediate. |
The table below shows the estimated shipping and pick-up weeks for destinations to USA states. These dates can change depending on weather and how strong the plants are at that time.
For example, a wet spring will have many clouds leading to less sunshine. Thus, the plants may need a bit longer to grow strong enough for transplanting and transit. With the planet heating up, a warm spring may help the plants grow strong enough to ship before the dates in this table.
| Week | States |
|---|---|
| End of April: | FL, LA, TX |
| First Week of May: | AL, AZ, GA, MS, NM, OK |
| Second Week of May: | AR, CA, NV, NC, SC, TN |
| Third Week of May: | CO, KS, KY, MO, UT, VA, WV |
| Fourth Week of May: | AK, CT, DE, DC, ID, IL, IN, IA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MT, NE, NH, NJ, NY, ND, OH, OR, PA, RI, SD, VT, WA, WI, WY |
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