Parrot Feather. An aquatic perennial with feathery green foliage and bright yellow-green flowers in summer. Max Height 15cm to 20cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy.
Myriophyllum aquaticum
An aquatic perennial with feathery green foliage and bright yellow-green flowers in summer.
Category: Aquatic
Additional information
Generic | Myriophyllum |
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Species | aquaticum |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Parrot Feather |
Flower Colour | yellow, green |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
Height | 15cm, 20cm |
Family | Haloragaceae |
Spread | |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Spreading |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Wet |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | |
Care | |
Border | Pond, Bog garden |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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