Bloomsz Water Lily Fabiola Water Lily Fabiola will provide a delightful and colorful addition to any pond or water garden from the time the first bronze leaves appear. Five-seven bronze leaves emerge from each tuber and turn green as the plant ages, providing much-needed shade for aquatic life. Floating atop the leaves on the surface of the pond, Fabiolas globe-shaped flowers begin as a pale rose coloration that slowly deepens to a satiny pink. The unique blooms remain open from mid-morning until late afternoon and last several days The plant itself will help supply oxygen to the water while assisting in minimizing algae blooms Pre-planted in a weighted net bag to protect the tuber from being eaten by fish. Simply drop the plant in the desired place in the pond Water Lily Fabiola is winter hardy, and once placed in the pond it will survive harsh winters as long as the tuber remains below the ice level of the pond. Dormancy will end when the water warms Growing Instructions: Water lilies require sun to grow properly. They begin to bloom when water temperatures reach 60 F, and will bloom year round in frost-free regions. Because they do not like heavy water movement, place them away from streams and waterfalls. To make planting easy, our water lilies come in a special drop and grow net bag, each containing the rhizome, rocks, and planting fiber. Simply remove the net bag from the plastic holding bag and drop it into a part of the pond deep enough to be below the ice line, if any. The depth of the water should not be less than 2 feet nor more than 4 feet. Fertilize in spring and summer, removing yellow leaves and spent flowers regularly