Description
‘Gloire of Le Temple sur Lot’ the village here where is discovered. Caused a sensation when it was introduced in 1913, The few other ruffly doubles that exist today wouldn’t be introduced for another 70 years. This variety is also one of a handful that produces both pure white and pure pink flowers.
Potting & Repotting
Bare root lilies require potting into 2/3 Litre mesh basket
1ltr lilies require potting into a 3ltr or larger mesh basket. All other size lilies do not need repotting but benefit from being potted up. 30 ltr lilies do not need repotting for in excess of 10 – 15 years. There is no need to remove the mesh basket.
Care instructions
Plant in still water away from splashing fountains. Lower gradually so the leaves can stretch to the surface within a few days. Remove dead leaves and flowers during the growing season.
Colour
Pink
Growth rate
medium
Flowers
Jun-Sept
Sun/shade
Full sun/Part Shade
Season
Summer
Measurements in centimetres
Height Min -Max
50-100
Spread Min-Max
120-150
Why water lilies
Water lilies are popular for their distinct beauty and colour. They bloom during the summer, and in the case of the Nymphaea Gloire du Temple-sur-Lot, this is for several months, meaning extended periods of enjoyment. But more than just looking so wonderful, water lilies are good for the pond eco-system too, helping to keep algae at bay and providing shade for pond fish.
