Pamela Tropical Water Lily

The Pamela Water Lily is an elegant tropical variety with sky-blue blossoms that rise above rich green pads. Known for its ease of growth, Pamela is an excellent choice for both new and experienced water gardeners. The flowers carry a sweet fragrance and bloom steadily throughout the summer, making this tropical lily a radiant centerpiece among pond plants.

With a medium to large spread of 4–6 feet, Pamela thrives in warm, sunny ponds when planted in proper soil and fertilized regularly. Its sky-blue color adds a refreshing, tranquil tone to water gardens of all sizes, from backyard ponds to larger landscape features.

🌱 Planting & Care Instructions

• Pamela Water Lily Size: Medium–large tropical variety

• Pamela Water Lily Spread: 4–6 feet

• Pamela Water Lily Container Size: Wide, shallow 2–5 gallon fabric pond pot recommended

• Pamela Water Lily Depth: Best blooming at 6–16 inches below the water surface; tolerates 24–30 inches, though deeper planting reduces blooms

• Soil: Heavy loam only (commonly found under turf or sod in your lawn). Avoid bagged soils with compost, which rot underwater. Do not use cooked aquatic clays—they provide no nutrition. If local loam isn’t available, use PondGro Aquatic Loam Soil, which can be mixed with up to 40% sand (no more).

• Fertilizing the Pamela Water Lily: Use 3 Waterlily World Fertilizer Tablets on the 1st and 15th of each month during the growing season (safe for fish & pond life). Consistent fertilization ensures strong growth and constant blooms.

• Fragrance: Sweet, pleasant scent

• Winter Hardiness: USDA Zones 9–12 (annual elsewhere)

📦 Seasonal Shipping Information for Tropical Water Lilies

Tropical water lilies are often ready a few weeks later than other pond plants in spring. They typically ship between May and August/September when warm weather ensures healthy growth.

• If your order includes a tropical water lily, the entire order will be held until the tropical is available.

• If you want to receive other pond plants sooner, please place two separate orders.

• In northern regions, tropical water lilies are generally ready just as it becomes safe to ship pond plants to your area.

💡 PondMegastore Tip: For abundant blooms, plant Pamela in shallow water (6–12 inches deep), provide full all-day sun, and fertilize on schedule.

✅ Do’s & ❌ Don’ts for Pamela Water Lily

Do’s
✅ Use a 2–5 gallon shallow pond pot
✅ Plant in heavy loam soil (under the sod grass in your lawn or PondGro Aquatic Soil)
✅ Fertilize twice monthly with 3 tablets
✅ Keep crown 6–16 inches deep for best blooming
✅ Place in full sun (6+ hours daily)

Don’ts
❌ Don’t use bagged potting soil—compost rots in water
❌ Don’t use cooked aquatic potting clays—they provide no nutrition
❌ Don’t bury the growing point—it must stay exposed to sunlight
❌ Don’t add stone or gravel—these often cause plant mortality
❌ Don’t plant too deep (over 24 inches) if you want continuous flowers