Nymphaea 'Tanzanite' Day Blooming Water Lily
Best vibrant aquatic plant for small-space water garden enthusiasts.
Nymphaea ‘Tanzanite’ is a highly acclaimed tropical day-blooming waterlily, recognized as the Best New Waterlily of 2009. It features striking deep violet purple flowers, boasting over 50 petals and a contrasting bright golden center, making it darker than most purple varieties available. This vigorous plant also displays lively mottling on its pads, ensuring visual appeal even when not in bloom. Its compact growth habit makes it an excellent choice for water gardens and ponds of any size. Hobbyists can expect this variety to frequently produce multiple flowers daily, adding consistent color to their water feature.
$29.66
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
3
/ 955
#3 in Aquatic Plants
Price vs Category Average
+60%
Above average
Flower Color
Deep violet purple with golden center
/ Deep violet purple with golden center
Who it's for
- Designers looking for sophisticated, jewel-toned pond centerpieces
- Collectors seeking rare and vibrant floral colorations
- Gardeners wanting consistent, high-impact seasonal blooms
Who should skip it
- Hobbyists in areas with unpredictable spring weather
- Gardeners living in regions with cold winter climates
- Owners of small ponds or limited container spaces
Performance breakdown
Bloom frequency
Consistent daily flowering keeps your water feature looking vibrant all season.
Visual impact
Deep violet petals and golden centers create a striking, high-contrast display.
Foliage aesthetics
Lively mottling on the pads provides beauty even between bloom cycles.
Growth vigor
A robust grower that establishes quickly in most aquatic environments.
Spatial versatility
Compact habit makes it perfect for smaller ponds and container gardens.
Award-winning pedigree
Recognized as the industry standard for new waterlily excellence.
Key Specs
Flower Color
Deep violet purple with golden center
Petal Count
Over 50 petals per flower
Award
Best New Waterlily of 2009 (IWGS)
Minimum Purchase Quantity
3 units
Features
- Produces deep violet purple flowers that are notably dark.
- Features a unique, bright golden center contrasting the petals.
- Foliage displays lively mottling for year-round visual interest.
- Very vigorous growth habit.
- Compact growing nature suitable for various pond sizes.
- Often produces more than one flower open per day.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the 'Tanzanite' water lily upon arrival. Reviewers frequently note the plant's robust health and vigorous growth, which translates into reliable, stunning blooms throughout the season. The deep, vibrant purple blue color is the standout design feature, often exceeding expectations and becoming the centerpiece of water gardens. While this is a premium purchase, the plant's reliable performance and unique beauty justify the investment for serious aquatic gardeners seeking a truly distinctive specimen.
Know before you buy
The 'Tanzanite' is distinguished by its exceptionally deep violet-purple hue and a high petal count exceeding 50 per bloom. It is also noted for its vibrant, mottled foliage, which provides visual interest even when the plant is not actively flowering.
Because of its compact growth habit, this variety is highly versatile and suitable for ponds of almost any size. It is an excellent choice for smaller water gardens where larger, more aggressive lily varieties might quickly become overwhelming.
Yes, 'Tanzanite' is a vigorous grower known for its high productivity. It is common for a healthy, established plant to have multiple flowers open simultaneously on any given day during the growing season.
Absolutely. The pads feature a unique, lively mottling pattern that provides consistent texture and color to your water feature, ensuring the plant remains an attractive focal point even between bloom cycles.
The 'Tanzanite' is a tropical day-blooming water lily. It thrives in warmer temperatures and requires a frost-free environment to maintain its vigorous growth and frequent flowering.
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