White Hot Hardy Water Lily – A Glowing Showstopper

The White Hot Hardy Water Lily is one of the Top 10 water lily picks from the owner of Pond Megastore. This medium-sized hardy water lily is adored for its breathtaking petal colors — a deep sunset pink at the base, fading to nearly pure white at the tips. Each bloom seems to glow on the water’s surface, making it a focal point in any pond.

The White Hot Hardy Water Lily is not only beautiful but also reliable. Its flowers sit above heavily speckled pads, adding extra dimension and texture to your water garden. This variety thrives in both small and medium ponds and will bloom from late spring through summer when given proper planting, care, and fertilization.

White Hot Hardy Water Lily – Proper Planting and Care

• White Hot Hardy Water Lily Planting Depth (from soil surface to water surface): 6–20 inches for best flowering; can tolerate up to 30 inches with reduced blooms

• White Hot Hardy Water Lily Container Size: 12–16 inches wide fabric aquatic container (15-inch ideal for larger plants)

• Soil Requirements: Heavy loam topsoil only (avoid bagged mixes with compost or peat — they float, rot, and harm lilies)

• Sunlight Needs: Full sun, at least 6+ hours of strong midday sun daily

White Hot Hardy Water Lily – Fertilizing Schedule

• Fertilize on the 1st and 15th of each month during the growing season (April–September).

• Use 3–4 Waterlily World Fertilizer Tablets per feeding, pressed 3–4 inches into the soil near the rhizome.

• Consistent feeding ensures continuous blooms and healthy growth all season long.

Do’s and Don’ts for White Hot Hardy Water Lily

✅ Do’s:

• Plant in full sun for maximum flowering.

• Use a large, wide container with heavy loam soil for best performance.

• Fertilize regularly during the growing season.

• Divide rhizomes every 1–2 years to maintain strong blooming.

❌ Don’ts:

• Do not let the White Hot Hardy Water Lily dry out when unpacking. All parts of the plant must stay wet and be planted immediately.

• Do not cover the crown with stones or gravel — this suffocates the rhizome and reduces flowering.

• Do not allow floating plants or overcrowded lilies to shade your White Hot Hardy Water Lily. It needs open surface exposure for sunlight and flowering.

• Do not use bagged potting soil mixes high in compost — these will decay and damage your plant.

Shipping Information

• Availability: Hardy water lilies, including the White Hot Hardy Water Lily, ship April through September across the USA.

• Schedule: Early pre-season orders are prioritized in April–May. Plants ship 2–3 day service (usually UPS) at the beginning of each week.

• Tracking: Customers receive an email with tracking information on the day of shipment.

• Planting Note: Be prepared to plant immediately upon arrival. Yellow leaves or minor shipping damage are normal and quickly replaced by new growth.