Pontederia vaginalis, or Heartleaf False Pickerelweed, is a wetland perennial with attractive heart-shaped leaves and spikes of lavender-blue flowers.
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Sunlight
High
Watering
High
Soil
Clay, Loam, Sandy, Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Temperature
Moderate
Fertilizer
Low
High
Requires full sun for best flowering and vigorous growth. Tolerates partial shade but may produce fewer blooms.
High
Prefers constantly moist to wet soil, similar to bog or pond conditions.
Clay, Loam, Sandy, Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Moderate
Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season. Protect from hard frosts; may be perennial in milder climates.
Low
Feed sparingly with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
0.3 - 0.6 m
Spread
0.3 - 0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Semi-Evergreen
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
2.5 - 5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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