{"product_id":"almost-black-medium-water-lily-3-ltr-hex-pond-plant","title":"Almost Black Medium Water Lily 3 Ltr Hex Pond Plant","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:4151b728-7931-47d9-8a37-b6f4c10f0503-25\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-52\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"d7915b36-81c3-4ccb-a095-7790fed93cd0\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"490\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"142\"\u003eNymphaea ‘Almost Black’\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking hardy water lily renowned for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"262\"\u003edeep burgundy-red flowers that appear almost black in certain light\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a dramatic focal point on the surface of the pond. The rich, velvety blooms feature contrasting golden centres and appear from \u003cstrong data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"439\"\u003elate spring through to early autumn\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing bold colour throughout the pond season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"751\"\u003eThe plant develops attractive \u003cstrong data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"552\"\u003erounded floating lily pads\u003c\/strong\u003e that spread across the water surface, helping to provide natural shade which can reduce sunlight penetration and limit algae growth. The pads also create shelter for fish and other aquatic wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"953\"\u003eSupplied in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"812\"\u003e3 litre hexagonal aquatic planting basket\u003c\/strong\u003e, this variety is well suited to \u003cstrong data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"867\"\u003emedium-sized ponds\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it will gradually spread to form an eye-catching display on the water surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003eWater lilies are an essential addition to ornamental ponds, helping to balance the ecosystem while adding colour, shade, and natural beauty to the water garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003ePlanting depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–60cm from the top of the basket to the water surface\u003cbr data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003cbr data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80–120cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eGrowth rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1271\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully hardy in the UK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1432\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eA dramatic and elegant water lily that brings \u003cstrong data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003edeep rich colour and natural surface coverage\u003c\/strong\u003e to ponds and water gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Park Corner Nurseries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55492043735416,"sku":"blk","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3120\/5676\/files\/G-J_JxuaJiWUwsS_xLl1WvuK8I3rkjOd6cLSBTuHGb2OkCm_9ZGwQt8WAfT4DZNzt0nDiJfSxLRNlWOHTPWRSRfZAhvoNcHIchMkCHViMXD.jpg?v=1780954108","url":"https:\/\/www.perfectpondsandkoi.co.uk\/products\/almost-black-medium-water-lily-3-ltr-hex-pond-plant","provider":"Perfect Ponds And Koi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}