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The smallest of the white water lilies, alligator bonnet has pure white petals with a soft yellow center. The fragrant flowers are 4-9 in (10-23 cm) in diameter and are produced throughout the summer in most regions. Rounded floating leaves or pads are 4-5 in (10-13 cm) across and the plant has a spread of from 4-6 ft (1.2-1.8 m). When crowded for space, the flowers that normally float on the surface will rise on their stems a few inches above the water. Flowers open in the morning and close by afternoon. This hardy water lily goes dormant in winter. Several selections are available including 'Sulfurea' with yellow flowers and 'Turicensis' with light pink petals. Location Culture
Can be grown in very small pools or even large, water-filled pots or urns. Very good in lakes, ponds and slow moving streams. This water lily is happy in even the smallest pools, since the tubers will root in mud when covered by a mere three inches of water. Needs little care. Features Jack Scheper 11/20/97; updated 7/17/04
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