Blue Spider Tropical Water Lily

The Blue Spider Water Lily is an exotic tropical variety with blossoms that lean toward a rich, purple-blue hue. Each flower shows off elegant, pointed petals and a highly fragrant aroma that will fill your pond with summer sweetness. The contrast between the blooms and the strikingly patterned leaves makes Blue Spider one of the most unique pond plants for any collection. Known for steady blooming, this tropical water lily puts on a reliable and colorful display all season.

Typically reaching a spread of 4–5 feet, Blue Spider is considered a medium-sized tropical water lily. With extra feeding and a roomy pot, it can grow larger, rewarding you with extra blossoms and bold foliage. Plant it in full sun, fertilize consistently, and this water lily will deliver vibrant blooms right up until frost in cooler zones or year-round in warm climates.

🌱 Planting & Care Instructions

• Water Lily Spread: 4–5 feet (larger with heavy feeding)

• Suggested Pot Size: 9–14 inch wide fabric pond pots

• Depth: 6–18 inches of water over the crown

• Soil: Heavy loam (never bagged potting mix; compost will rot underwater)

• Fertilizing: 3–4 Waterlily World Fertilizer Tablets on the 1st and 15th of each month (safe for fish & pond life)

• Fragrance: Yes, highly fragrant

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

💡 PondMegastore Tip: Blue Spider’s perfume is strongest on sunny afternoons—plant it near a patio or sitting area to fully enjoy its scent.

✅ Do’s & ❌ Don’ts for Blue Spider Water Lily

Do’s
✅ Use a wide, shallow fabric pond pot (9–14 inches)
✅ Plant in heavy loam soil
✅ Fertilize twice monthly with 3–4 tablets during the growing season
✅ Place in full sun (6+ hours daily) for best flowering
✅ Maintain 4–5 feet of space for proper spread

Don’ts
❌ Don’t use bagged potting soil (too much compost = rot)
❌ Don’t let the rhizome crown be buried—keep the growing point exposed to sunlight
❌ Don’t add stone or gravel on top of soil—this often causes plant mortality
❌ Don’t skip fertilizer—this is a moderate-to-heavy feeder
❌ Don’t expect blooms in shade—direct sun is essential