Water Lily Tropical
Nymphaea 'Director George T. Moore'
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A stunning tropical water lily with deep blue or violet flowers and large, attractive foliage, blooming prolifically throughout warm months. 'Director George T. Moore' is day-blooming with fragrant double flowers and requires consistently warm water (75°F+) to thrive. It is ideal for tropical ponds or indoor water gardens.
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Care Guide
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Light
Full sun (8+ hours daily for optimal flowering); shade reduces blooms significantly.
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Water
Submerged in 18–30 inches of water; maintains consistent, warm temperature above 75°F (24°C).
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Soil
Rich, heavy loam or aquatic compost in large containers; high fertility supports vigorous growth.
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Fertiliser
Weekly aquatic fertilizer tablets during active growing season (summer months).
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Temperature
Warm water essential (75–85°F / 24–29°C); sensitive to cold; treat as annual or winter indoors.
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Humidity
Aquatic environment; no special humidity requirements.
Toxicity
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Non-toxic; safe for pets and children.
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Seasonal Care
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Resume regular watering and feeding as growth picks up.
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Peak growing season. Water and feed regularly.
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Reduce watering as growth slows. Stop heavy feeding.
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Minimal watering and feeding. Protect from frost if needed.
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