Waterlilies - Good to Know

Where should I place my waterlilies in the pond?

Position your waterlily in the sunniest spot in your pond, as morning sunlight helps the flowers open beautifully by midday.

Waterlilies thrive in still water and prefer their leaves to stay dry. Avoid placing them near fountains or splashing water, and when topping up your pond, take care not to spray the leaves directly with a hose.

How many waterlilies do I need for my pond?
1 x 1ltr per 1 sqm
1 x 3ltr per 1 to 2 sqm
1 x 10ltr per 2 to 3 sqm
1 x 30ltr per 4 to 5 sqm

Aim to have at least half to two-thirds of the surface of your pond covered by high summer. This cover will ensure the water stays cool for pond wildlife and decrease algae growth.

Do I need to line my basket with hessian?
No, Finofil baskets have been designed to have a very fine mesh structure to stop soil loss.

What are your planting baskets made from?
Finofil aquatic baskets are made from 100% recycled plastic and manufactured in the UK.  They can be recycled at your local recycling centre or any kerb side recycling that collects black plastic.  Plant labels are recyclable.

Will carp and ducks eat my plants?
Yes!  Koi and other varieties of carp find all pond plants very tasty - so we cannot recommend any plants for your pond unless they can be protected by some form of barrier.

Goldfish will nibble at oxygenators and softer leaved plants in your pond.  They are omnivores so will also eat larvae, insects and tadpoles.

Wildfowl will also eat plants, we suggest buying more mature plants with established root systems and protecting the roots/rhizomes as best as you can to prevent damage from eating and nesting.