Description

Nymphaea ‘Sirius’ named this scintillating red variety after the brightest star in the sky, Sirius, also known as the Dog Star. Its flowers are of the deepest red with ruddy orange stamens and pink sepals. Leaves are deeply mottled with maroon, complementing well the flowers. ‘Sirius’ is easy to grow, blooms profusely, and naturalises well.

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  

Red

Growth rate

Medium

Flowers

Jun-Oct

Sun/shade

Full sun/Part Shade

Season

Summer

Measurements in centimetres

Height Min -Max

30-60

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 Sirius, 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.