Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Daucus carota subsp. sativus
Apiaceae · vegetables
Nymphaea spp.
Nymphaeaceae · aquatic
Carrot (Zones 2-11)
Water Lily (Zones 3-11)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 3–11
| Feature | Carrot | Water Lily |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Daucus carota subsp. sativus | Nymphaea spp. |
| Family | Apiaceae | Nymphaeaceae |
| Category | vegetables | aquatic |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧 Aquatic |
| Soil | Loose, Sandy | Pond/Water garden |
| Height | 1' | 6" |
| Spread | 3" | 4' |
| Bloom Season | Summer | Summer |
| Bloom Color | White (second year) | White, Pink, Yellow, Red |
| Growth Rate | Medium | Medium |
| Native Region | Central Asia, Persia | Worldwide |
| Maintenance | Low | Medium |
Carrot
Water Lily
Carrot
Water Lily
Choose Carrot if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.
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 3–11. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.
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