Water lilies do best when planted in large, wide shallow pots that allow their roots to spread.

Water lilies do best when planted in large, wide shallow pots that allow their roots to spread.

While Tropical Water Lilies may be a bit expensive and will not survive the winter in the pond except in very warm climates, they are definitely worth it. They bloom profusely all summer long; they are available in many colours and they often have large exquisitely patterned leaves.