Plant Profile: Nymphaea 'Tina'

Water lilies encompass approximately 70 distinct species, categorized into tropical and hardy varieties. These plants thrive in water depths ranging from 3 inches to 3 feet, with their spread varying between 2 to 20 feet. Larger species require more expansive water gardens or ponds, while smaller varieties can flourish in containers. They thrive best in still water, avoiding areas with fountains or strong currents. Most water lilies prefer full sunlight, although some can adapt to partial shade. Their striking flowers are often fragrant, complemented by their attractive lily pads. Notably, viviparous water lilies produce plantlets that remain attached to the parent plant.

One such variety, 'Tina,' is a vibrant purple tropical water lily known for its prolific flowering and viviparous nature, boasting an extended growing season. Its blooms rise above the water's surface, and it can tolerate some shade, making it ideal for tubs or compact water gardens, as well as medium to large water features.