Jakkaphong Medium Hardy Water Lily

Jakkaphong Hardy Water Lily – A Masterpiece of Color and Contrast

The Jakkaphong Hardy Water Lily is one of the most visually striking hardy waterlilies ever introduced — a living piece of art that looks as if it were painted by hand. Each flower features distinct sections of deep pink and pure white, often appearing as perfect pie-slice divisions of color. No two blooms are ever identical, and each one is breathtaking.

The foliage adds even more excitement: pads emerge deep red and heavily flecked, maturing variably into rich green tones as the season progresses. This interplay of color — both on the water and beneath it — makes Jakkaphong one of the most dynamic and conversation-worthy hardy lilies available today.

Planting & Care Instructions

• Plant Size: Medium hardy waterlily

• Spread: 4–5 feet across

• Suggested Container: 14–16 inch wide aquatic fabric container or shallow pond shelf planting

• Planting Depth (from soil to water surface): 6–18 inches for best blooming; tolerates up to 24 inches in full sun

• Soil: Use heavy loam topsoil or PondGro Aquatic Loam Soil. Avoid bagged composts, aquatic media, or gravel — they float, rot, or stifle roots.

• Sunlight Needs: Full sun — at least 6+ hours of direct light daily.

• Water: Still or gently circulating water is ideal; avoid fountains splashing on pads.

• Blooming Habit: Steady bloomer — produces consistent flowers all season, slightly above average for a hardy lily.

💡 Love Water Gardens Tip: For the most dramatic color contrast between the pink and white petals, plant Jakkaphong in full, unobstructed sunlight and fertilize regularly.

Fertilizing Schedule

• Apply 4 Waterlily World Fertilizer Tablets on the 1st and 15th of each month (May–September).

• Press tablets 3–4 inches deep around the rhizome’s growing point.

• Consistent feeding ensures heavy blooming and rich pad coloration throughout the growing season.

Fragrance

The Jakkaphong Hardy Water Lily has a slight, sweet fragrance that adds to its elegance without overwhelming nearby plantings — just enough to notice as you lean in to admire the bloom.

Do’s & Don’ts

Do

• Plant in full sunlight for steady flowering and vivid two-tone color.

• Use heavy loam soil for root stability and best growth.

• Keep the crown level with or slightly above the soil line.

• Fertilize twice monthly during the growing season.

• Divide rhizomes every 1–2 years to encourage new growth and maintain vigor.

Don’t

• ❌ Don’t plant too deep (>24 inches), as this reduces flowering.

• ❌ Don’t use gravel or compost — they harm rhizome health.

• ❌ Don’t bury the crown beneath the soil.

• ❌ Don’t allow floating plants or other lilies to shade Jakkaphong — it needs open water and strong sun.

• ❌ Don’t let the rhizome dry out; plant immediately after unpacking.

Shipping Information

• Shipping Window: April through September across the USA.

• Spring Schedule: Ships according to our posted planting schedule, timed to your region’s safe planting window (northern zones ship later).

• Weekly Shipments: After spring, plants are shipped weekly through summer, usually until or through September.

• Method: 2–3 day service (usually UPS); occasionally USPS or FedEx based on location.

• Schedule: Orders ship at the start of each week to prevent 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 repotted immediately into heavy loam soil or planted directly into an earth-bottom pond.

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

• Minor yellowing or bent leaves are normal and quickly replaced by new growth.

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

Jakkaphong Hardy Water Lily – Specifications

About the Variety – Jakkaphong

The Jakkaphong Hardy Water Lily is a modern Thai hybrid admired for its dramatic two-tone blossoms and richly colored foliage. Each bloom can appear half deep pink and half pure white, sometimes with color shifts from flower to flower. The pads are just as beautiful — emerging red and flecked before transitioning into deep, glossy green.

While the flower pattern recalls the artistry of Wanvisa, Jakkaphong stands out for its cleaner color sections, steadier blooming, and bolder pad coloration. It’s hardy, easy to maintain, and performs well in a wide range of pond conditions.

Benefits of Jakkaphong Hardy Water Lily

• 🎨 Unmatched Color Contrast: Distinct white and pink petals create a stunning “painted” appearance.

• 🌿 Unique Red-Flecked Pads: Adds extra interest and contrast to your pond’s surface.

• 💪 Steady Bloomer: Outperforms most hardy lilies in consistency and vigor.

• 🌸 Slightly Fragrant: Adds a gentle scent to your water garden.

• ❄️ Winter-Hardy: Reliable perennial that returns each year in Zones 6–12.

Why Gardeners Love This Variety

Because Jakkaphong Hardy Water Lily is truly one of a kind — a hardy lily with the vibrancy and surprise of a tropical. Its unusual split coloring and gorgeous foliage make it a collector’s favorite, while its steady blooming and adaptability make it ideal for everyday gardeners.

It’s the perfect blend of exotic appearance and hardy reliability, sure to draw compliments from anyone who sees your pond.