Swamp Lily. An aquatic perennial with pretty heart-shaped leaves and long spikes of pendulous fragrant white flowers in summer. Rich autumnal tints. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy.
Saururus cernuus
An aquatic perennial with pretty heart-shaped leaves and long spikes of pendulous fragrant white flowers in summer. Rich autumnal tints.
Additional information
| Generic | Saururus |
|---|---|
| Species | cernuus |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Swamp Lily |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Loam |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 60cm |
| Family | |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| 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 | |
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