Caltha palus.'Multiplex' - P9

Description
With its dark green leaves, Marsh marigold 'Multiplex' (Caltha palustris) is an extremely decorative aquatic plant that is particularly suitable for areas such as bee pasture, pond edges and streams. Golden yellow, pleasantly scented, double flowers appear from March to May. It prefers loose, sandy soil in a sunny to shady position. The Marsh marigold 'Multiplex' is well tolerant of frost. The clump-forming plant usually reaches a height of approx. 25 cm.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Caltha laeta.

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

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Marsh marigold 'Multiplex' are dark green, roundish.

Frost hardiness
The Marsh marigold 'Multiplex' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Nest-forming.

Water depth
5 - 20 cm

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to shady 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 Marsh marigold 'Multiplex' sets beautiful accents together with: Brook speedwell, brook carnation.

Tasks
- Cut back: June.

Care
If the plant is divided every 2-3 years and weak roots and shoots are removed, the reward is better growth and flowering vigour!

Flower
The golden-yellow, cupped flowers are double and appear from March to May. They are pleasantly fragrant.

Interesting facts
Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.

Use
Bee pasture, pond edge, stream course