Water Hawthorn | Aponogeton distachyos
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Water Hawthorn
Aponogeton distachyos
- Vanilla scented white flowers with soft brown anthers held just above the water surface by floating red and green leaves
- Also known as Water Hawthorn, this remarkable plant is free flowering, producing blooms throughout the year except for a period of dormancy in August
- Petioles up to a metre long rise from tubers growing at the bottom of the pond
- A perfect partner for water lilies, as they grow in the same area but flower at different times
- Ideal for medium to large ponds and lakes
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, the Water Hawthorn can be grown in an aquatic pot placed in a water-filled container with a depth of 15 cm to 60 cm.
How big does it get?
The Water Hawthorn generally spreads to cover an area of 60-90 cm across the water surface.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Water Hawthorn prefers full sun to partial shade.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Water Hawthorn thrives in heavy loam or clay-based aquatic soil, placed at the bottom of a pond.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Water Hawthorn is an aquatic plant that must be kept fully submerged in water at a depth of 15 cm to 60 cm.
Will this plant need pruning?
The Water Hawthorn should be cut back to about 5 cm above the soil level in late autumn before temperatures drop below 5°C.
How hardy is this plant?
Aponogeton distachyos is hardy (H4), withstanding temperatures down to -10°C, but its surface leaves may be damaged by severe frosts in colder UK regions.
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