Autumn Snow Tropical Water Lily

The Autumn Snow Water Lily is a striking new tropical introduction from Thailand, admired for its double-petaled white blooms that stand proudly above the water’s surface. With its clean, layered flowers and dependable blooming habit, Autumn Snow brings elegance and brightness to ponds of all sizes. A strong summer performer, it is an easy favorite among pond plants for water gardeners who want a showy yet graceful specimen.

Blooming daily in full sun, the Autumn Snow Tropical Water Lily rewards consistent fertilization and proper planting with non-stop flowers all season long. Its compact-to-medium size and dependable growth make it an excellent choice for both new and experienced water lily enthusiasts.

🌱 Planting & Care Instructions

• Autumn Snow Water Lily Size: Medium tropical variety

• Autumn Snow Water Lily Spread: 3.5–6 feet, depending on fertilizing and container size

• Autumn Snow Water Lily Container Size: 2–5 gallon wide, shallow fabric pond pot recommended

• Depth: Best blooming at 6–14 inches below water surface; tolerates up to 18–20 inches with reduced flowers

• Soil: Plant in sandy loam topsoil (commonly found under turf in most U.S. yards). Avoid bagged potting soils with compost, which rot underwater. If natural loam isn’t available, use PondGro Aquatic Loam Soil, mixed with up to 40% sand (no more).

• Fertilizing the Autumn Snow Water Lily: Apply 4–5 Waterlily World Fertilizer Tablets on the 1st and 15th of each month through October. Tablets are safe for fish and pond life and promote continuous flowering.

• Fragrance: Light, sweet 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 maximum blooming, keep Autumn Snow shallow (6–14 inches deep) in full sun and fertilize consistently—it will reward you with flowers nearly every day.

✅ Do’s & ❌ Don’ts for Autumn Snow Water Lily

Do’s
✅ Use a 2–5 gallon shallow pond pot
✅ Plant in sandy loam soil (natural topsoil, or PondGro with light sand mix)
✅ Fertilize twice monthly with 4–5 tablets
✅ Keep planting depth 6–14 inches for best blooming
✅ Place in full sun (6+ hours daily)

Don’ts
❌ Don’t use bagged potting soil—compost rots in water
❌ Don’t bury the growing point—it must remain exposed to sunlight
❌ Don’t add stone, gravel, or aquatic planting media—these often cause mortality
❌ Don’t plant too deep (over 18–20 inches) if you want abundant blooms
❌ Don’t skip fertilizer—Autumn Snow is a heavy bloomer and feeder