Aponogeton distachyos - P11

Description
With its dark green leaves, Water hyacinth (Aponogeton distachyos) is an extremely decorative aquatic plant that is particularly suitable for areas such as ponds, bee pastures and pond edges. Creamy white, strongly scented flowers appear from July to October. It prefers humusy, loamy soil in a sunny position. The Water hyacinth is well tolerant of frost. The sprawling plant usually reaches a height of approx. 10 cm.

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

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of Water hyacinth are dark green, lanceolate.

Spread
South Africa.

Frost hardiness
The Water hyacinth has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Spreading.

Water depth
50 - 80 cm

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

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

Planting partner
The Water hyacinth sets beautiful accents together with: Pike weed, Butomus.

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

Flower
The creamy white flowers of the Water hyacinth appear in spikes from July to October. They grow to about 5 - 10 cm and are strongly scented.

Use
Pond, bee pasture, pond edge