Wanvisa Hardy Water Lily

Wanvisa Hardy Water Lily – The World-Famous Color-Changing Water Lily

The Wanvisa Hardy Water Lily is one of the most celebrated and award-winning hardy waterlilies ever introduced. A remarkable hybrid from Thailand, Wanvisa is adored for its breathtaking coral-red blooms splashed and streaked with yellow and cream, producing a unique marbled effect that looks almost hand-painted.

This exceptional variety was awarded “Best New Waterlily of the Year” by the International Waterlily and Water Gardening Society (IWGS) and remains one of the most distinctive and artistic waterlilies in the world. Each bloom is slightly different — some are boldly patterned, while others appear softly brushed with color — creating an ever-changing masterpiece in your pond.

Strong, hardy, and free-flowering, Wanvisa is an easy-to-grow, medium-sized lily that blooms reliably from late spring through fall. Whether planted in a lined pond or natural setting, it’s a guaranteed showstopper.

🌱 Planting & Care Instructions for Wanvisa Hardy Water Lily

• Plant Size: Medium-sized hardy waterlily

• Spread: 3–5 feet when mature

• Suggested Container: 14–16 inch wide aquatic fabric container, or plant directly in the shallow edges of a natural pond

• Planting Depth (from soil to water surface): 6–18 inches for best flowering

• Soil: Heavy loam topsoil from your garden, or PondGro Aquatic Loam Soil. Avoid bagged composts, peat, aquatic media, or stones.

• Sunlight Needs: Full sun — minimum of 6+ hours of direct sunlight daily

• Water Conditions: Prefers calm, still water — avoid splashing or waterfalls over pads

• Blooming Season: Late spring through early fall; steady, repeat bloomer

💡 Love Waters Garden Tip: Shallower planting (6–12 inches) in full sun encourages stronger color patterns and heavier blooming.

💧 How to Fertilize Wanvisa Hardy Water Lily

• Fertilize on the 1st and 15th of each month during the growing season (May–September).

• Use 4 Waterlily World Fertilizer Tablets, pressed 3–4 inches deep into the soil near the rhizome crown.

• Regular fertilizing ensures steady blooms, vibrant color, and lush pad growth all summer long.

🌸 Fragrance

The Wanvisa Hardy Water Lily has a light, pleasant fragrance, complementing its rich visual appeal with a touch of fresh floral scent.

✅ Do’s & ❌ Don’ts for Wanvisa Hardy Water Lily

✅ Do

• Plant in full, direct sunlight for maximum color intensity.

• Use heavy loam soil for long-term growth and stability.

• Fertilize consistently for continual flowering.

• Divide rhizomes every 1–2 years to maintain strong blooming.

• Keep pads spread out with open surface area for sunlight exposure.

❌ Don’t

• ❌ Don’t use compost or gravel — they cause rot and hinder root growth.

• ❌ Don’t bury the crown too deep — it should be slightly exposed.

• ❌ Don’t plant too deep (>18 inches) or blooms will diminish.

• ❌ Don’t allow floating plants to shade Wanvisa — color fades without full sun.

• ❌ Don’t skip fertilizing — this heavy bloomer thrives on regular feeding.

📦 Shipping Information for Wanvisa Hardy Water Lily

• Shipping Window: April through September across the USA

• Spring Schedule: Ships according to our posted spring planting calendar, timed to the safe planting season for your USDA zone (northern areas ship later).

• Weekly Shipments: After spring begins, all waterlilies are shipped weekly through summer, typically until or through September.

• Method: 2–3 day service (usually UPS), though USPS or FedEx may occasionally be used depending on location.

• Schedule: Plants ship at the start of each week to avoid weekend delays.

• Tracking: You’ll receive an email with tracking details the day your order ships.

Arrival & Guarantee:

• Shipped as a live pond plant (rhizome with starter growth).

• Must be planted immediately into a proper aquatic container or directly in pond soil upon arrival.

• Keep all parts (rhizome, crown, roots, and leaves) wet during unpacking and planting.

• Minor yellowing or leaf breakage is normal in transit and quickly replaced by new growth.

• For any concerns, email photos within 24 hours (unpacked plant + packing slip with initials) to PondQuestions@gmail.com.

📋 Wanvisa Hardy Water Lily – Specifications

• Variety Name: Wanvisa Hardy Water Lily

• Origin: Thailand

• Awards: IWGS Best New Waterlily of the Year

• Flower Color: Coral-red with yellow and cream flecks and streaks (variable patterns)

• Fragrance: Light, pleasant fragrance

• Flower Size: 4–6 inches across

• Pad Color & Size: Green pads with red mottling when young; 6–8 inches across

• Plant Size & Spread: Medium; 3–5 feet

• Planting Depth (Soil to Water Surface): 6–18 inches

• Container Size Recommended: 14–16 inch wide aquatic container, or direct pond planting

• Sunlight Requirements: Full 6+ hours of strong, direct sunlight daily

• Fertilizing Schedule: 4 tablets on the 1st and 15th monthly (May–September)

• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 4–11

• Shipped As: Live pond plant (rhizome with starter growth) — must be planted immediately upon arrival; keep all parts wet until planted.

🌿 About the Variety – Wanvisa

Introduced by hybridizer Dr. Nopchai Chansilpa of Thailand, Wanvisa quickly became a global sensation for its completely unique coloration and bloom patterning. No two flowers are alike — each one is an artwork of coral and cream, sometimes even displaying sectoral chimera where the flower splits into two distinct colors.

Its distinctive appearance and hardy nature revolutionized modern waterlily breeding, inspiring dozens of newer cultivars. Wanvisa remains one of the best-performing hardy lilies ever released, and it continues to be a top recommendation for both collectors and new pond owners alike.

💬 Why Choose Wanvisa Hardy Water Lily

Because it’s the original masterpiece — the first hardy waterlily to truly blend coral and cream in living color. Easy to grow, award-winning, and endlessly fascinating, Wanvisa combines reliability with artistry. Its vibrant, color-shifting flowers are impossible to ignore, making it the perfect choice for anyone wanting a pond centerpiece that’s both rare and rewarding.

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