Oxygenating Mare's Tail | Hippuris vulgaris
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Oxygenating Mare's Tail
Hippuris vulgaris
- An evergreen oxygenating plant which stands up out of the water or floats if submerged, Hippuris stems are stout, hollow and covered in fluffy leaves like a brush
- Small white flowers appear in early summer amongst the leaves, almost invisible to the naked eye
- A low growing hardy perennial which is virtually maintenance free
- This is a UK native species which is beneficial to pond wildlife, providing shelter, shade and a place to perch for dragonflies
- Can grow in water up to a depth of 3m and can form large colonies
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, the Oxygenating Mare's Tail can be grown in a submerged aquatic basket or pot placed within a larger water-filled container.
How big does it get?
Oxygenating Mare's Tail typically reaches a height of 30-45 cm above the water surface.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Oxygenating Mare's Tail thrives in full sun to partial shade.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Oxygenating Mare's Tail thrives in heavy loam or clay-based aquatic soil, placed at the bottom of a pond.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Oxygenating Mare's Tail must be completely submerged in water to grow and oxygenate effectively.
Will this plant need pruning?
The Oxygenating Mare's Tail may need thinning out by about a third in late summer if it becomes too dense.
How hardy is this plant?
Hippuris vulgaris is fully hardy (H7), withstanding temperatures below -20°C throughout the UK.
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