Pontederia Cordata 9cm

Scientific Name:
Pontederia cordata

Overview:
Pontederia cordata, commonly known as Pickerel Weed, is a beautiful marginal pond plant featuring glossy, heart-shaped leaves and striking spikes of violet-blue flowers. Flowering from summer into early autumn, it adds bold colour and vertical interest while providing valuable habitat for pollinators and aquatic wildlife.

Care Level:
Easy

Lighting Requirements:
Thrives in full sun to partial shade. The best flowering display is achieved in a sunny position.

Watering / Planting Depth:
Suitable for shallow water and pond margins. Plant at a depth of 5–30cm for optimal growth.

Placement Tips:

• Ideal for pond margins and wildlife ponds
• Produces attractive violet-blue flower spikes throughout summer
• Adds height and structure to aquatic planting schemes
• Excellent for attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Approximate Size:
Grows to approximately 60–90cm in height with a clump-forming habit.

Important Note:

• Fully hardy and suitable for outdoor ponds in Ireland
• Remove faded flower spikes and old foliage as required
• May die back in winter before re-emerging in spring
• Can be divided every few years to maintain healthy growth

Ordering Note:

• One plant per order
• Plant size and fullness may vary depending on the season