Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Lilium asiaticum
Liliaceae · bulbs
Nymphaea spp.
Nymphaeaceae · aquatic
Asiatic Lily (Zones 3-8)
Water Lily (Zones 3-11)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 3–8
| Feature | Asiatic Lily | Water Lily |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lilium asiaticum | Nymphaea spp. |
| Family | Liliaceae | Nymphaeaceae |
| Category | bulbs | aquatic |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧 Aquatic |
| Soil | Well-drained | Pond/Water garden |
| Height | 3' | 6" |
| Spread | 1' | 4' |
| Bloom Season | Early Summer | Summer |
| Bloom Color | Orange, Red, Yellow, Pink | White, Pink, Yellow, Red |
| Growth Rate | Fast | Medium |
| Native Region | Asia | Worldwide |
| Maintenance | Low | Medium |
Asiatic Lily
Water Lily
Asiatic Lily
Water Lily
Choose Asiatic Lily if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 3–8.
Choose Water Lily if you don't mind medium maintenance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with aquatic water in zones 3–11.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 3–8. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.
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