Barbra Dobbins | Nymphaea | Water Lily

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Although Barbara Dobbins is classed as a peach water lily, its colouration varies quite a bit depending on the season and the amount of sunlight it receives. The first flowers of each season are usually more yellow with pink at their base. Then, as the season progresses, the amount of pink increases resulting in a beautiful peach effect. On top of this, the flowers are also held well above the water.  Barbara Dobbins Waterlily is a perennial plants that was hybridized by Kirk Strawn in 1996.

Planting Instructions

Plant your Barbara Dobbins waterlily in a wide, shallow container using loam soil. Place the waterlily container 6 inches beneath the surface of the water, in full sun. Once the waterlily is established--you may place it lower up to 24 inches beneath the surface of the water, in full sun. 

Fertilizing Instructions

Fertilize your waterlilies once each month throughout the growing and blooming season. Simply press 3 or 4 slow release fertilizer tabs into the soil around the roots of your waterlily, taking care not to damage the roots.