Water Spearwort | Preslia cervina
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Water Spearmint Preslia Cervina - 9cm Pot x 3
Mentha Aquatica is a dainty marginal and pondside plant with slender leaves and powdery blue flowers. The flowers are born in alluring clusters around the stems, and give off a delicate spearmint scent when brushed. The pleasant foliage of Preslia Cervina can be used in the same way as other mints, and the attractive flowers are a favourite with flying pond insects, butterflies and bees. This vigorous marginal plant will quickly establish itself in shallow water or moist ground.
- Foliage Colour: deep green
- Flower Colour: lilac
- Approx. Growth Height: 40cm
- Max. Spread: 30cm
- Planting Time: spring
- Flowering Time: mid-summer, early autumn
- Fragrance: minty aroma when brushed
- Edible Parts: leaves
- Attracts: bees, butterflies and small flies
- Uses: zone 1 & 2 of a pond, swamps, fens, marshes, near rivers, streams, wet woods, bog gardens
- Exposure: exposed, sheltered
- Growing Habit: low rafting
- Hardiness: hardy
- Rate of Growth: fast, vigorous
- Suitable for small, medium and large ponds
Is Collection/Mix? | No |
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Needs Ericaceous Compost? | No |