Tropic Sunset Tropical Water Lily

The Tropic Sunset Water Lily is a dazzling tropical variety, named for its breathtaking autumnal shades of pink, apricot, and yellow that blend together like a painted evening sky. Each flower measures around 6 inches across, held high above the water’s surface, and glows with a golden-yellow center. Paired with beautifully mottled green pads, Tropic Sunset creates a truly unique and vibrant display in any water garden.

This tropical water lily is a prolific bloomer that produces flower after flower from summer until frost. With a medium spread of 5–8 feet, it grows beautifully in northern regions as an annual and makes a bold centerpiece in ponds of all sizes. Among pond plants, Tropic Sunset Water Lily is admired for its non-stop flowering and its striking combination of warm sunset colors.

🌱 Planting & Care Instructions

• Tropic Sunset Water Lily Size: Medium tropical variety

• Tropic Sunset Water Lily Spread: 5–8 feet, depending on pot size and feeding

• Tropic Sunset Water Lily Container Size: Large fabric pond pot (2–7 gallon recommended)

• Tropic Sunset Water Lily Depth: Best blooming at 6–16 inches below the water surface; tolerates 24–30 inches, though blooms decrease at greater depths

• Soil: Heavy loam soil only (never bagged potting soil with compost, which rots underwater)

• Fertilizing the Tropic Sunset Water Lily: Fertilize regularly with 4–5 Waterlily World Fertilizer Tablets on the 1st and 15th of each month (safe for fish & pond life). Landon’s Granular Fertilizer is also excellent for long-lasting feeding.

• Tropic Sunset Water Lily 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 the best flower show, keep Tropic Sunset in full sun, warm water, and feed on schedule—this water lily thrives on consistent fertilization.

✅ Do’s & ❌ Don’ts for Tropic Sunset Water Lily

Do’s
✅ Plant in a large 2–7 gallon fabric pond pot
✅ Use heavy loam soil for stability and nutrients
✅ Fertilize twice monthly with 4–5 tablets during the growing season
✅ Keep crown 6–16 inches deep for abundant blooms
✅ Provide full sun (6+ hours daily)

Don’ts
❌ Don’t use bagged potting soil—compost breaks down and causes rot
❌ Don’t bury the growing point—keep it exposed to sunlight
❌ Don’t add stone or gravel on top of soil—this often causes plant mortality
❌ Don’t plant too deep (over 24 inches) if you want maximum blooming
❌ Don’t skip fertilizer—Tropic Sunset is a heavy feeder