Hydrocotyle sibthorp. 'Variegata' - 17 cm aquatic basket

Description
With its green and white leaves, Lawn pennywort 'Variegata' (Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides) is a highly decorative aquatic plant that is particularly well suited to areas such as pond edges and ground cover. It prefers nutrient-rich soil in a sunny to semi-shady position. The creeping plant usually reaches a height of approx. 10 cm.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Hydrocotyle maritima.

Leaves
The leaves of the Lawn pennywort 'Variegata' are green-white in colour.

Spread
Asia.

Growth
Creeping. Slow growing.

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 ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

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

Use
Pond edge, ground cover