Go Back Hornwort

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 4:15 PM
Ceratophyllum demersum

    Plant Type: Water Gardening

    Found in ponds, marshes, and quiet streams. Used for their appearance and their high oxygen production.

    Currently not available for online purchase.

    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Hornwort should be submerged to the bottom of the pond for best growing conditions. It is usually sold in clumps. Needs to be weighted down to sink to the bottom of the pond.

    Hornwort is sometimes eaten by hungry goldfish and Koi.

    Flower Color

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    Foliage Color

    Green

    Plant Spread

    30-60 in.

    Good Companions

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    Plant Height

    12-24 in.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    4-10

    Soil Moisture

    Submerged

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    = Foliage Interest, = Naturalizing, = Bog or Water Garden

    Bloom Time

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    Critter Resistance

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    Exposure

    Full Sun

    Growth Rate

    Medium

    Seasonal Interests

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