Go Back Water Hyacinth

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 4:14 PM
Eichornia crassipes

    Plant Type: Water Gardening

    Attractive lilac-blue flowers that are 2-3 inches and very attractive. Leaves are held upright so they act like sails.

    Currently not available for online purchase.

    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Plants double every 12 days.

    They will shut down if the night time temp is under 45 degrees. They do appreciate fertilizer, but outside of your pond.

    Set them in a 5-gallon bucket or other container w/water and fertilizer over night. Then put them back in your pond.

    Flower Color

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    Foliage Color

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    Plant Spread

    10-15 in.

    Good Companions

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    Plant Height

    4-6 in.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    9-11

    Soil Moisture

    Roots need to be submerged. Allow the plant to float on the water surface. Hungry fish might eat roots. Prefer calm water.

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Container, Focal Point, Bog or Water Garden

    Bloom Time

    All summer

    Critter Resistance

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    Exposure

    Full Sun

    Growth Rate

    Fast, especially in July, August and September

    Seasonal Interests

    All summer