These true lilies, not to be confused with daylilies (Hemerocallis), calla lilies (Zantedeschia), or water lilies (Nymphaea), will come back year after year if the bulbs are cared for correctly. Learn ...

The water lily flowers are in full bloom in the pond of Mt. Gokurakuji in Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture. The Janoike pond near the summit is filled with the pink and white blossoms ...

Unless there are drought conditions, adding additional water can cause the bulbs to rot. The exception is lily bulbs left in a planter that is not exposed to natural snow or rainfall over the winter.