White Mallika Hardy Water Lily

White Mallika Hardy Water Lily – The Elegance of Pure White

The White Mallika Hardy Water Lily is a breathtaking display of grace and refinement. With its large, double-petaled white blooms and glossy green pads, this variety brings timeless elegance to any pond. Its blossoms rise slightly above the water, glowing softly in sunlight and reflecting purity, calm, and beauty.

Each flower spans 4–6 inches across and carries a soft, sweet fragrance. As a vigorous and dependable bloomer, White Mallika begins flowering in late spring and continues steadily into early fall. It is especially admired for its dense petals and full flower form, making it one of the most luxurious white hardy lilies available today.

Planting & Care Instructions

• Plant Size: Medium-to-large hardy waterlily

• Spread: 3–5 feet across

• Suggested Container: 15-inch or larger aquatic fabric container, or plant directly in a shallow earth-bottom pond

• Planting Depth (soil to water surface): 6–20 inches for best blooming; tolerates up to 24 inches in full sun

• Soil: Use heavy loam topsoil or PondGro Aquatic Loam Soil. Avoid bagged composts, aquatic media, or gravel that float or rot in water.

• Sunlight Needs: Full sun — 6+ hours of strong midday light daily.

• Water Conditions: Still or lightly moving water preferred.

Fertilizing Schedule

• Fertilize on the 1st and 15th of each month (May–September).

• Insert 4–6 Waterlily World Fertilizer Tablets 3–4 inches deep around the rhizome crown.

• Consistent feeding produces larger, fuller flowers and prolonged blooming throughout the season.

Fragrance

The White Mallika Hardy Water Lily has a light, sweet fragrance that gently perfumes the air around the pond, adding tranquility and charm to any garden.

Water Lily Planting Tips

💡 Plant shallower (6–12 inches deep) for more frequent flowers.
💡 Choose a sunny spot — shade reduces bloom quantity.
💡 Use wide containers (15 inches or larger) to allow rhizomes to spread freely.
💡 Trim spent blooms and older leaves regularly to encourage new growth.
💡 Divide every 1–2 years in spring to refresh the plant and maintain steady flowering.

Do’s & Don’ts

Do

• Plant in full sun for maximum flower production.

• Use heavy loam soil for strong root anchoring.

• Fertilize consistently throughout the growing season.

• Divide regularly to prevent overcrowding.

• Keep the crown slightly above the soil surface when planting.

Don’t

• ❌ Don’t use gravel, aquatic media, or bagged potting mixes — they cause rot or nutrient deficiency.

• ❌ Don’t bury the crown below the soil line.

• ❌ Don’t allow floating plants to shade pads or flowers.

• ❌ Don’t plant too deep (> 24 inches) if you want frequent blooms.

• ❌ Don’t delay planting after delivery — waterlilies must stay wet at all times.

Shipping Information

• Shipping Window: April through September across the USA.

• Spring Schedule: Ships according to our posted calendar, timed to your safe planting window (northern zones ship later).

• Weekly Shipments: After spring begins, plants ship weekly through summer, usually until or through September.

• Method: 2–3 day service (usually UPS; occasionally USPS or FedEx depending on location).

• Schedule: Orders ship early each week to prevent weekend delays.

• Tracking: You’ll receive an email with tracking details the day your order ships.

Arrival & Guarantee:

• Shipped as a live pond plant (rhizome with starter growth).

• Must be repotted immediately into heavy loam soil or planted directly into an earth-bottom pond.

• Keep all parts (rhizome, crown, roots, and leaves) wet during unpacking and planting.

• Minor leaf damage or yellowing is normal and quickly replaced by new growth.

• For any concerns, email photos within 24 hours (unpacked plant + packing slip with initials) to PondQuestions@gmail.com.

White Mallika Hardy Water Lily – Specifications

About the Variety – White Mallika

The White Mallika Hardy Water Lily is a newer Thai introduction that blends durability with elegance. Its full, double-petaled blooms and vigorous growth set it apart from other hardy whites. Once established, it flowers heavily through warm months and thrives in a range of pond conditions.

White Mallika was bred for extended blooming, making it a superior choice for gardeners who want classic beauty with reliable performance. It thrives equally in decorative containers and natural ponds, bringing brightness and tranquility to every water garden.

Benefits of White Mallika Hardy Water Lily

• 🤍 Large, multi-petaled white flowers symbolize purity and peace.

• 🌿 Hardy and dependable — returns year after year.

• 🌞 Thrives in full sun with long bloom period.

• 🪷 Perfect for medium or large ponds and wide containers.

• 💧 Light fragrance adds soft aroma to the garden.

Why Gardeners Love This Variety

White Mallika Hardy Water Lily brings a touch of elegance and serenity to every pond. Gardeners adore its long-lasting white blooms, full flower shape, and dependable nature — a lily that feels both regal and effortless.

It’s the perfect choice for anyone wanting to add light, fragrance, and classic beauty to their pond while enjoying the easy maintenance of a hardy perennial.