Comanche (Changeable) Hardy Water Lily

Nymphaea "Clyde Ikins"

Nymphaea "Comanche"

This lily transitions from yellow/apricot to gold/orange to a deep redish orange with yellow tips over a span of three days. The shape changes from cup-shaped to a 5-6 inch more star-shape (stellate) bloom. The pads begin bronze with purple spots and then grow into 12 x 11 inch green leaves. The spread is about 4-5 feet. Best in zones 5-11; Partial-Full Sun.