How to Grow and Care for American white water-lily

American white water-lily, also known as Fragrant water-lily, White water-lily, Sweet-scented water-lily, Beaver root, Tuberous water-lily

American white water-lily is an aquatic perennial known for its easy maintenance and serene beauty. It thrives in still, shallow bodies of fresh water, with full to partial sunlight. A special care point is ensuring a suitable depth range, typically 1-2.5 feet of water over the soil, which is essential for proper growth and bloom. Additionally, minimal fertilization is needed, but when applied, specialized aquatic plant fertilizer promotes healthier growth. Regular deadheading helps maintain vigor and appearance.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing American white water-lily

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7.5
Planting Time	Spring
Hardiness Zones	4-11

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American white water-lily flourishes in still waters, typically requiring depths between 3 inches to 3 feet (7.5 cm to 91 cm). It thrives in substrates ranging from sandy loam to mucky soil and can spread considerably, reaching 2 to 20 feet (60 cm to 6 meters) in width. This plant prefers full sunlight but can endure partial shade. Its distinct feature includes fragrant, prominent blooms, coupled with large, decorative lily pads. American white water-lily is known to produce plantlets that remain attached to the parent, ensuring growth continuity.