Summit Festival

Summit Festival is graceful from every angle, and she brings the broad, gently cupped petal shape that gives waterlilies their charm. Pink/white bicolor, with broad, gently cupped petals arranged in a graceful waterlily form.

Bloomed at Hedge & Alchemy in our 2026 garden.

📖 From the journal of Hedge & Alchemy

Mine is currently missing the expected white tips and appears to be a solid-colored sport. I’m waiting on more blooms before I call it either way.

📋 Cultivar Notes

• Breeder / Hybridizer: Les Connell
• Year of Introduction: Unknown
• Origin: USA
• Form: Waterlily (WL)
• ADS Classification Number: 7315 (Waterlily / Bicolor)
• Cut Flower Status: Good. The form lends itself well to bouquet work; vase life can vary with harvest stage and conditions.
• Show & Exhibition Flower Status: Potentially. Confirm the current ADS listing and class before entering.

🌸 In the Garden

• Bloom: Blooms are reported at approximately 5 inches. Waterlily blooms show pink/white bicolor, with broad, gently cupped petals arranged in a graceful waterlily form.
• Plant Height & Habit: Approximately 3.3 feet tall, with an upright, branching habit. Stake as needed for height and bloom weight.
• Growing Notes: Usually around 3.3 feet tall. Pinch early for branching and give solid support once the plant is carrying flowers.
• Tuber Yield: Not yet tracked at Hedge & Alchemy.