Salvinia natans - BEAKER

Description
With its light green leaves, the Salvinia (Salvinia natans) is an extremely decorative aquatic plant that is particularly well suited to areas such as ponds and aquariums. It prefers well-drained, nutrient-rich soil in a sunny, sheltered position. The flat plant usually reaches a height of approx. 20 cm.

Bulletpoints
* easy to care for

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Salvinia are light green, pinnate.

Spread
Europe to Asia.

Frost hardiness
A frost-free winter at 15 to 25°C is required.

Growth
Flat.

Water depth
0 - 10 cm

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered 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).

Planting partner
The Salvinia sets beautiful accents together with: Swan flower, fir frond milfoil.

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

Use
Pond, aquarium