Almost Black hardy water lily. The name describes the color, Almost Black. Very deep color.  Flowers are 5 -7 inches across

Leaf Spread: 3.5-6 feet Pond Size: Medium - Large

Slight fragrance

Foliage emerges bronze then turns green.

How to grow water lilies

Full Sized  12 to 24 inches of water over the top of the pot

Flowers May - September

Hardy zone 3 or higher

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Lily types
Hardy or Tropical

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Protecting Lilies
From fish