Alisma plantago-aquatica - P9

Description
The upright, clump-forming plant usually reaches a height of about 1 metre.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Alisma plantago-aquatica ssp.plant.-aquat.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * decorative flowers

Growth habit
Upright, clump-forming.

Water depth
5 - 40 cm

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Pruning: In the period from the end of August to mid-September.

Care
The faded inflorescences should be cut back. This measure encourages new growth.

Flower
The light pink flowers appear in panicles from June to August.

Use
Pond, aquarium, bee pasture, pond edge