Training 'Tina'

Nymphaea 'Tina'

The water lily 'Tina' (Nymphaea hybrid 'Tina') is a popular variety among many gardeners due to its beautiful blue flowers and strong vitality. The following is information regarding 'Tina', ranging from its growth characteristics to pest and disease control.

Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit: It grows vigorously and develops in a form where flowers and leaves float above the water surface.
- Flower Color: It primarily produces blue or purple flowers.
- Flowering Season: It mainly blooms during the summer, and flowering becomes more vigorous as the temperature warms.
- Leaf Size and Characteristics: It has large, oval, dark green leaves that float on the water surface to receive sunlight.

Propagation Methods
- Root Division: It is common to divide and plant roots in early spring or autumn. Select healthy roots, separate them, and plant them in new pots.
- Seed Propagation: Seeds are generally not used because the germination rate is low and it takes a long time. Cultivation Method
- Soil: Clayey soil is preferred. When planting in a pot, the soil should be packed tightly.
- Water: It prefers an environment with abundant water, and a water depth of 30 to 90 cm is appropriate.
- Sunlight: It thrives in locations with ample sunlight and requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
- Temperature: It grows best in temperate or tropical climates, and should be protected by wrapping it in a film during the winter.

Garden Use
- 'Tina' is frequently used in water basins or ponds and is ideal for creating aquatic gardens. Arranging it alongside other aquatic plants can create a beautiful landscape.

Important Pests and Diseases & Control Methods
- Diseases: As with most water lilies, root rot can occur due to excessive moisture. To prevent this, it is important to maintain an environment with good drainage.
- Pests: Pests such as the tobacco budworm may occur. If found, remove them immediately by hand or use natural insecticides. - Control Method: It is important to observe the plants periodically to detect and address pests and diseases at an early stage, and to immediately remove any contaminated leaves or flowers.

As such, the water lily 'Tina' is suitable for enhancing the beauty of garden ponds because it produces beautiful flowers and is relatively easy to care for.

Plant Family	Training and
Height	7~15cm
Spread	90~150cm
Colors	purple
Bloom Period	May to August
Water Needs	well
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-5°C

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