Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Delphinium elatum
Ranunculaceae · flowers
Nymphaea spp.
Nymphaeaceae · aquatic
Delphinium (Zones 3-7)
Water Lily (Zones 3-11)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 3–7
| Feature | Delphinium | Water Lily |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Delphinium elatum | Nymphaea spp. |
| Family | Ranunculaceae | Nymphaeaceae |
| Category | flowers | aquatic |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧 Aquatic |
| Soil | Rich, Well-drained | Pond/Water garden |
| Height | 6' | 6" |
| Spread | 2' | 4' |
| Bloom Season | Early Summer | Summer |
| Bloom Color | Blue, Purple, White, Pink | White, Pink, Yellow, Red |
| Growth Rate | Fast | Medium |
| Native Region | Europe, Asia | Worldwide |
| Maintenance | High | Medium |
Delphinium
Water Lily
Delphinium
Water Lily
Choose Delphinium if you don't mind high maintenance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 3–7.
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 3–7. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.
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