🌸 Nymphaea 'Chompu Korakot' – Tropical Waterlily
An exquisite Thai hybrid that blends beauty, grace, and performance in every bloom.
| Attribute |
Details |
| Botanical Name |
Nymphaea 'Chompu Korakot' |
| Common Name |
Chompu Korakot Waterlily |
| Plant Type |
Tropical Day-Blooming Waterlily |
| Flower Color |
Soft to medium pink with yellow center |
| Bloom Shape |
Starburst with delicately pointed petals |
| Bloom Size |
5 to 7 inches (12–18 cm) wide |
| Fragrance |
Light, sweet scent |
| Leaf Color |
Bright green, lightly speckled when young |
| Leaf Size |
10 to 12 inches (25–30 cm) in diameter |
| Spread |
3 to 5 feet (90–150 cm) |
| Light Requirement |
Full sun (6–8 hours daily) |
| Water Depth |
12 to 24 inches (30–60 cm) above crown |
| Blooming Season |
Late spring through early autumn |
| USDA Hardiness Zones |
Zones 9–11 (annual or overwinter indoors in colder zones) |
| Growth Habit |
Fast-growing, free-flowering, surface-floating |
💖 Why Choose 'Chompu Korakot'?
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🌸 Elegant Thai Hybrid: 'Chompu' means pink in Thai – perfectly describing its graceful, pastel-toned flowers.
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🌞 Prolific Day Bloomer: Produces daily blooms throughout the warm season in full sun.
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🐝 Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies while enhancing pond biodiversity.
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🪷 Easy to Grow & Maintain: Excellent choice for both beginners and experienced aquatic gardeners.
🌱 Planting & Care Guide
| Category |
Instructions |
| Planting Time |
Spring to early summer, when water reaches 70°F (21°C) or warmer |
| Container Size |
Use a wide, shallow aquatic pot (10–14 inches in diameter) without drainage holes |
| Soil Type |
Use heavy loam or aquatic planting media (avoid potting soil or peat) |
| Top Layer |
Add a thin layer of gravel to prevent soil displacement |
| Water Placement |
Submerge crown 12–24 inches below the surface |
| Sunlight Needs |
Requires full sun (minimum 6 hours per day) for consistent flowering |
| Fertilization |
Apply aquatic plant fertilizer tablets every 3–4 weeks during growing season |
| Winter Care |
In Zones 8 and colder, remove and overwinter indoors or treat as an annual |
| Maintenance |
Remove faded blooms and yellow leaves regularly to encourage new growth and prevent decay |
🏞️ Perfect For:
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Garden ponds and koi ponds
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Decorative water bowls and tubs
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Zen or Thai-style water gardens
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Formal aquatic displays
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Small to medium-sized backyard ponds
🛒 Product Details
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You’ll Receive: Healthy bareroot Plant
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Shipping Season: Spring through early autumn (weather dependent by zone)
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Availability: Limited quantities available – rare Thai hybrid with strong demand
🌟 Pro Tip: Plant Chompu Korakot in the center of your pond or container feature to show off its stunning bloom structure. Combine with darker-toned lilies or floating plants like Salvinia for rich contrast.