Water Violet. An aquatic perennial with stems floating on the water rooting in the mud, sinking to the bottom to over winter. Light green leaves with spikes of white or pinkish flowers with a yellow throat. Max Height 30cm to 90cm. Flowers April to May. Full sun. Hardy.
Hottonia palustris
An aquatic perennial with stems floating on the water rooting in the mud, sinking to the bottom to over winter. Light green leaves with spikes of white or pinkish flowers with a yellow throat.
Category: Aquatic
Additional information
Generic | Hottonia |
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Species | palustris |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Water Violet |
Flower Colour | white, pink |
Soil | Heavy |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 30cm, 90cm |
Family | Primulaceae |
Spread | |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Spreading |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | April, May |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Wet |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | |
Care | |
Border | Pond |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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