Alisma plantago-aquatica
(Water Plantain)
| Planting Group or Form | Pond |
|---|---|
| Height | 0.5 - 1m |
| Width | 50cm |
| Aspect | Full sun to part shade |
| Soil | Prefers moist to wet soils. POND plant |
| Flower | Pale pink Nov - Mar |
| Attracts | Bird and frog habitat |
Upright aquatic and marginal plant. Foliage emerges above the water level in and alongside creeks and swamps. Dies back to rootstock after flowering.
An attractive wider leaved water plant for shallow ponds, bog gardens and pots. Will regenerate from seed.