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Water Lilies

Water lilies are the solution against algae in the pond. We have the perfect large or small water lily for every pond. A water lily is enormously important in the pond. The water lily leaf blocks the sun so the water heats up less quickly, reducing algae growth. The water lily leaf also provides a natural hiding place for fish and other underwater life. Our range of water lilies consists only of hardy varieties and you always have a 100% growth and flowering guarantee.

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Water lilies and their calming influence are indispensable in a balanced pond

Waterlilies are known for their beauty and soothing effects, but a water lily has much more to offer. Water lilies are the solution against algae formation in the pond. Water lily leaves have two functions: they block the sun, which reduces the warming of the water and thus limits algae growth, and they create a shelter for fish and other aquatic animals.

Summary of the YouTube video: ''Water Lily Ponds Meditation'' from Missouri Botanical Garden

The video titled "Water Lily Ponds Meditation" is a calming guided meditation that takes the viewer on a slow exploration of a water lily pond. The video begins with soothing music and encourages the viewer to slow down and pay attention to their breathing by breathing in and out deeply. The video then leads the viewer through an exploration of the water lilies and their surroundings, focusing on the gentle ripples in the water and the insects, such as butterflies, dragonflies and damselflies that move around the lilies. The video highlights the constant movement and change inherent in nature and invites the viewer to consider their own contribution to the life cycle around them. The water lilies themselves are a source of wonder and beauty, with their diverse colors and growth patterns. The video encourages the viewer to notice the subtle details of the water lilies, such as the hues and shapes of the petals and pistils. The video also invites the viewer to reflect on the power of the sun and the role it plays in the life of the water lilies and nature as a whole. The meditation ends with a reminder of the soothing and peaceful beauty of the water lily pond, and the viewer is invited to take in and appreciate this beauty. Overall, the video offers a calming and soothing meditation experience, inviting the viewer to slow down, breathe, and appreciate the beauty of nature.

The valuable and versatile function of water lilies in the pond

Water lilies are not only an ornamental addition to any type of pond, but they also have an important function. Water lilies can help reduce the growth of algae in the pond by blocking the sun, thus reducing the amount of light and heat in the pond. Water lilies essential for maintaining clarity and water quality in the pond, as are these other four types of pond plants. In addition, water lilies provide shelter and shelter for aquatic animals, such as fish and frogs. This is important because pond fish and other pond animals need to feel safe in the pond to develop properly. Water lilies thus contribute to biodiversity in the pond and to creating a healthy habitat for aquatic animals. Finally, water lilies also have aesthetic value because they are soothing and beautiful to look at. With their bright colors and beautiful flowers, they add a touch of color and elegance to the pond. In short, water lilies are a valuable and versatile addition to any pond.

Educational plant diversity: Mobotvideo about Missouri Botanical Garden

Mobotvideo" is the official YouTube channel of the Missouri Botanical Garden. The channel offers a wide range of videos about the botanical garden, educational programs, research and global conservation projects. The videos on the channel are designed to inform and inspire viewers about plant diversity and their role in global ecosystems. The videos on the "Mobotvideo" channel are high quality and provide a visual tour of the garden and its various areas, as well as educational videos on botanical research and resource management. Many videos are also aimed at children and offer fun and educational content to teach them about the plant world. The "Mobotvideo" channel is also a great resource for anyone interested in gardening and landscaping, as it offers a lot of information about gardening and landscape design, including tips and tricks for growing different plants.

Pond specialist and naturalist: Simon van der Velde

Simon van der Velde is a pond specialist and owner of "Van der Velde Aquatic Plants" since 1986. He helps people realize their dream pond and his vision is to restore biodiversity in the Netherlands, Europe and the rest of the world by inspiring people to build a natural pond without the use of pump systems or filters. By setting up the pond proper design, nature can do its job as it was originally intended.


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Buying water lilies for your pond? These graceful pond flowers as well as hard-working water plants decorate any pond with their flower colors. They are hardy and provide shelter for marine life in addition to their beautiful appearance. Water lilies for deep and shallow ponds also block the sun's heat, keeping the water temperature stable. This inhibits the growth of algae. Of course you want to enjoy your beautiful water lily for as long as possible, we'll tell you more about the foliage, growth, water lily varieties and how to prune a water lily.

Buy mini water lily for small ponds

You can buy a mini water lily such as the white dwarf water lily Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Alba' at Van der Velde Waterplants. It is delivered from our own nursery and includes a pond basket, clay, fertilizer and cover gravel. You can also buy another small water lily from us: the beautiful red water lily Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Rubra'. In addition to red and white, we also have two other small water lilies, the yellow Nymphaea 'Pygmaea Helvola' and orange Nymphaea 'Aurora'.

Planting water lilies in your pond

Many water lilies can be placed in different types of ponds, such as patio ponds and swim ponds. The white dwarf water lily fits well in a mini pond and is a popular aquatic plant among water lilies. With beautiful, snow-white flowers, this plant decorates any pond! The flowers bloom from June to September.

Planting a water lily is fairly easy. There are several waterlily varieties, each with its own recommendation for depth. This depth is indicated on the packaging. The standard rule is not to plant a dwarf water lily deeper than -40 cm and a large water lily at a maximum depth of -100 cm.

With a pond depth of, say, -120 cm, it is advisable to place the basket around the water lilies on an elevation, so that it is not as deep and the leaves can grow to the surface more quickly. Water lilies take root at the bottom of the pond and grow best in calm, still water. Because the roots grow horizontally, it is best to place waterleli in a crate with a low rim. This way the roots will grow well.

Buy water lilies at Van der Velde Waterplanten

Buying water lilies and other aquatic plants from us such as: 'riparian plants','oxygen plants' and 'marsh plants' has a number of advantages:

  • 100% growth and flowering guarantee
  • Only hardy water lily species
  • Supplied from our own aquatic plant nursery

You can buy a water lily at Van der Velde Waterplants. Every water lily comes directly from our own nursery. We supply the lilies including pond basket, fertilizer, clay and cover gravel, and you also get a 100% growth and flowering guarantee.

A water lily costs €14.95 with us. For this price you get a pond basket, special water plant clay, cover gravel and water lily food with it.

Planting a water lily is very simple. You receive a pond basket from us in which you place the lily. You then place it in the pond at the depth indicated on the packaging. For detailed instructions on how to plant a water lily, watch our tips and instruction video.

If you have placed the water lily at the right depth and also added enough oxygen plants and aquatic plants in the pond, then you do not need to take care of a water lily. The only thing you can do after a few years is prune the water lily so that it can start growing again.

Our recommendation is to place at least 1 water lily per 0.5 to 3 m³ of water.

If a water lily is not planted too deep and receives enough light, it can grow 1 meter in just a few weeks in summer.

You plant a water lily in a pond basket, which you then place upright in the pond. If you have a deep pond, you can use tiles or crates to create an elevation to ensure that the water lily is not as deep. This promotes growth.

In addition to being an eye-catcher, a water lily is also very effective in keeping sunlight out of the pond. Because of the water lily leaf, the water heats up less quickly and this causes algae to grow less quickly. The water lily leaf also protects fish from a heron, for example. Read more about water lilies.

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