Juncus conglomeratus
rush
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Depth of water: 0-8cm (0-3in)
- Soil type: permanently moist, acidic soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: June to August
- Hardiness: fully hardy
This grass-like rush can be found colonising wet moorland and meadows throughout the UK. In a garden setting, it makes an excellent option for the edge of a pond, where its distinctly upright habit provides a wonderful contrats to te open expanse of water. The flower spikelets appear in summer, resembling tight bunches part of the way down the stem. - Garden care: From mid-spring to early summer lift and divide congested colonies.
Nymphaea 'Black Princess'
water lily
Sumptuous dark blooms
Carex acutiformis
lesser pond sedge
Thrives in boggy conditions
Aponogeton distachyos
water hawthorn
Unusual orchid-like flowers twice a year
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