Bring a touch of the wild into your water garden with Arrowhead (Sagittaria latifolia), a striking aquatic plant known for its distinctive arrowhead-shaped leaves and elegant white blooms. Often found along the edges of ponds, marshes, and wetlands, this hardy perennial adds both beauty and functionality to your water garden or wetland habitat.
Why You’ll Love It:
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Distinctive foliage: The plant’s arrow-shaped leaves give it a unique appearance that stands out in any aquatic setting
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Elegant flowers: Delicate white blooms atop tall stems that provide a graceful accent to your pond
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Natural filtration: Helps purify water by absorbing excess nutrients and providing shade, improving overall water quality
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Wildlife-friendly: Attracts pollinators and provides cover for aquatic wildlife, making it a great addition to wildlife-friendly water gardens
Plant Care Tips:
☀️ Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade
💧 Water: Ideal for shallow water, boggy areas, or pond edges where the roots can remain submerged
🌱 Soil: Thrives in moist, loamy soils; can be planted directly in the soil or in a submerged container
🌡 Hardiness: Hardy in USDA zones 4-10, perfect for a variety of climates and garden types
📏 Size: Grows to a height of 2-4 feet with wide, attractive foliage
🧰 Maintenance: Low maintenance; can be trimmed to maintain shape and health during the growing season
