Ancient Capital Red Palace LotusAncient Capital New Palace (Deep Red Single Petal Lotus) Our pick for the 2026 Lotus of the Yeara statuesque, classic single bloom in the deepest electric red weve seen. In U. S. listings youll also see this marketed as Ancient Capitol Red Palace (spelling varies). Expect tall stems, many blooms, and flowers held well above the leaves for show stopping display. Why youll love it Color & form: deep, velvety red, single flower (under 25 petals). Vigor:

Benefits Include:

6+ hours daily (strong midday light required)

Microbe-Lift TheraP also helps to provide and maintain a natural ecosystem for your pond and is compatible with all pond flora

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composted soil for your terrestrial garden

Bloom Power: Strong bloomer once settled and fed

If you only buy one annual waterlily this year-- Buy Plum Crazy Tropical Waterlily

Structural Note: While all three have the iconic "water platter" rim

making this hardy water lily a collector’s treasure and a stunning addition to any water garden

No fertilizer at this seed stage (the seed’s stored food carries it early)

Teri Dunn Water Lily Size: Medium tropical variety

Variegated Cattails (Typha Latifolia Variegata)are a striking form of the common cattail (although not as aggressive) with variegated