Pontederia cordata

Description

Ponterderia cordata

Pontederia cordata ‘Blue’, or Pickerel Weed, presents an exotic appearance and impressive stature, making it a captivating feature in any garden or aquatic setting. This plant exhibits remarkable adaptability, thriving in both damp soil and submerged conditions, where it tends to flourish even more vigorously. Its ability to tolerate very low soil oxygen levels renders it quite robust and resilient. Although native to North and South America, Pontederia cordata is considered fully hardy in the UK, adding to its allure as a unique addition to British landscapes. Its large, bright-green, upright foliage and spikes of bright-blue flowers, which bloom from July to September and often beyond, never fail to catch the eye of passersby. When combined with other aquatic plants like Lobelia cardinalis and Iris pseudacorus, it creates a stunning display of colour and texture, enhancing the beauty and biodiversity of any aquatic environment.