Water Plantain | Alisma plantago-aquaticum
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Water Plantain
Alisma plantago-aquaticum
- A native of the British Isles, Alisma bears clouds of highly fragrant, long lasting flowers in delicate shades of lilac white and pastel pink
- This robust aquatic perennial has attractive long stalked, grey-green leaves with splashes of purple and will grow in standing water up to 30cm deep!
- Flowers from May to August
- A marginal plant that's great for adding depth, interest and colour to a pond or water garden
- Great for attracting wildlife including damselflies and dragonflies to your pond edges
- In folklore, this plant was known as Devil's Spoons and was thought to be a cure for rabies
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, the Water Plantain is well-suited to being grown in a pot, provided it is kept in consistently moist or waterlogged soil.
How big does it get?
The Water Plantain typically grows to a height of 60-90 cm with a spread of 45 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Water Plantain grows well in full sun to partial shade.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Water Plantain thrives in heavy, consistently moist or waterlogged soil, particularly at the edge of a pond.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Water Plantain needs to be watered abundantly to ensure its soil remains consistently moist or waterlogged.
Will this plant need pruning?
The Water Plantain 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?
Alisma plantago-aquaticum is fully hardy (H6), surviving temperatures down to -20°C across the UK.
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