Butomus umbellatus - P9

Description
The upright plant usually reaches a height of about 1.2 metres.

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

Growth habit
Upright.

Water depth
10 - 35 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 February to March.

Care
This plant needs to be fed regularly with special fertiliser to ensure that it thrives and gives pleasure.

Flower
The pink-coloured flowers appear in umbels from June to August.

Use
Group planting, pond edge, bee pasture, stream course