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Common name: 'Escarboucle' Water Lily
Latin name:
Nymphaea 'Escarboucle'

Nymphaea 'Escarboucle'
Native to: Hybrid
Zone:
4 - 11 
Winter hardy:
Yes
Water depth:
12" - 36"
Pond size:
Medium to Large
Flowers:
Yes, red
Spread:
3' - 5'
Pests:
Aphids
Sunshine:
Pictured: Nymphaea 'Escarboucle'
Cultural information: Submerge aquatic basket on the pond floor between 12" to 36" deep. Round floating leaves can reach 10" - 12" in circumference. When leaves are young they have a brownish tint. Flowers are 6" - 7" round with white tips. Remove dead or dying foliage as it appears. 'Escarboucle' has the reddest flowers of the entire water lily family. It is quite fragrant and will flower all season.
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