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Perfect for planting at the edge of a pond where the water level is not too deep, Baldellia ranunculoides is commonly known as Lesser Water Plantain.A hardy, herbaceous perennial herb, clumps of long, lance-shaped green leaves are formed, partially submerged to help with oxygenation. A profusion of branched umbels are produced, each holding white to very pale pink, three-petalled blooms with bright yellow centres from May to August. Attractive, spiky, green-brown seedheads appear shortly after flowering for added interest and will scatter seeds. An attractive and dainty water plant that’s perfect as a marginal pond plant and will reach a height and spread of up to 30cm. Happiest in a sunny location, Baldellia ranunculoides has been given an RHS hardiness rating of H4, so will easily withstand winter temperatures down to -10 C.
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Key Information
| Latin Name | Baldellia Ranunculoides 9cm Pot |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Lesser water plantain |
| Hardiness | H4 (-5 to -10°C) |
| Colour | Pink |
| Type | Perennial |
| Format | 9cm Pots |
| Position | Full-Sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height in Maturity (m) | 0.30 m |
| Spread in Maturity (m) | 0.30 |
| Soil Conditions | Clay Sand Aquatic |
| Soil Acidity | Neutral |
| Aspect | East-facing, South-facing, West-facing |
| Good for Ponds | Yes |
| Good for wildlife | Yes |
| Good for pollinators | Yes |
