Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Lavandula angustifolia
Lamiaceae · flowers
Nymphaea spp.
Nymphaeaceae · aquatic
Lavender (Zones 5-9)
Water Lily (Zones 3-11)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 5–9
| Feature | Lavender | Water Lily |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lavandula angustifolia | Nymphaea spp. |
| Family | Lamiaceae | Nymphaeaceae |
| Category | flowers | aquatic |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Water | 💧 Low | 💧 Aquatic |
| Soil | Well-drained, Sandy | Pond/Water garden |
| Height | 2' | 6" |
| Spread | 2' | 4' |
| Bloom Season | Summer | Summer |
| Bloom Color | Purple | White, Pink, Yellow, Red |
| Growth Rate | Medium | Medium |
| Native Region | Mediterranean | Worldwide |
| Maintenance | Low | Medium |
Lavender
Water Lily
Lavender
Water Lily
Choose Lavender if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with low water in zones 5–9.
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 5–9. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.
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