Bogbean. An aquatic perennial forming floating mats with white flowers. Max Height 20cm to 30cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy.
Menyanthes trifoliata
An aquatic perennial forming floating mats with white flowers.
Category: Aquatic
Additional information
Generic | Menyanthes |
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Species | trifoliata |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Bogbean |
Flower Colour | white |
Soil | Heavy |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 20cm, 30cm |
Family | Menyanthaceae |
Spread | |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Creeping |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, August |
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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