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IRIS LAEVIGATA

Oriental Elegance for Ponds and Water Gardens

Iris Laevigata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Asia, perfect for adding a touch of sophistication to water gardens. Its erect stems support beautiful blue-violet flowers, which, although short-lived, make a striking visual impact. For best results, it is recommended to plant several specimens close together in full sun. This hardy plant is ideal for ponds and shallow bodies of water.

Characteristics :

• Elegant Flowers : Violet blue, borne on erect stems, for a unique decorative effect.
• Short but intense flowering : It blooms in the months of May and June.
• Ideal for Ponds : Perfect for aquatic environments with shallow water.
• Exposure : Prefers full sun or partial shade for optimal flowering.
• Depth and Height :
  • Vegetation above water : 60-90 cm.
  • Depth under water : 2-5 cm.

With Iris Laevigata, give your pond or water garden a touch of elegance and an explosion of colour, ideal for creating harmonious and refined environments.

CHARLENE STRAWN

(Strawberry - 1981)
Charlene Strawn is a remarkable water lily that stands out for its large, star-shaped flowers of a delicate pale yellow. These almost flat, intensely scented flowers emerge gracefully above decorative foliage streaked with purple. Its ability to rebloom frequently, even in partial shade, makes it an ideal addition to any water garden.

Characteristics :

• Elegant Flowers : Large, star-shaped and almost flat, in a delicate shade of pale yellow.
• Intense Fragrance : An enveloping aroma that enriches the atmosphere of the garden.
• Decorative Leaves : Green streaked with purple, a unique ornamental detail.
• High re-flowering : It flowers frequently, even in partially shaded environments.

With Charlene Strawn, your water garden will be transformed into a place of refined and fragrant beauty.

M.me WILFRON SKIRTS
(Latour-Marliac – 1940)

M.me Wilfron Gonnere is a water lily with a timeless charm, characterized by large double flowers, cup-shaped, in a delicate pale pink that elegantly fades to white at the tips. This variety, signed by Latour-Marliac, stands out for its ability to grow even in partial shade, offering refined and persistent blooms throughout the season.

Characteristics

• Double and Voluminous Flowers : The cup shape, combined with the delicate pink shade, gives a unique elegance.
• White Shade at the Tips : A chromatic effect that makes each flower a real jewel for your pond.
• Resistant and Adaptable : It grows successfully even in partially shaded areas, guaranteeing generous blooms.
• Signature Latour-Marliac : A touch of history and prestige for your water garden.

With M.me Wilfron Gonnere, your aquatic space is enriched with a water lily that combines beauty and versatility, giving an atmosphere of delicate charm in every situation.

Atropurpurea is an elegant and classic water lily, appreciated for its medium-sized star-shaped flowers and their uniform dark crimson color. This historic variety, introduced in 1901, is perfect for those looking for an aquatic plant that combines simplicity and sophistication. Ideal for enriching aquatic gardens with a touch of intense and sophisticated color.

Characteristics :

• Elegant Flowers : Medium sized, star shaped, with a uniform and intense dark crimson colour.
• Suitable for Ponds and Lakes : Perfect for decorating water gardens of any size.
• Iconic History : A historic variety introduced by Latour-Marliac, a symbol of tradition and quality.
• Visual Impact : Deep and uniform colour, ideal for creating a refined atmosphere.

With Atropurpurea, add a touch of timeless elegance to your pond, transforming your aquatic space into an oasis of serenity and style.

PERRY'S RED BEAUTY
(Slocum – 1989)

Perry's Red Beauty is a small water lily with a strong character, thanks to its small star-shaped flowers of an intense red. The long and narrow petals make the corolla slender and particularly attractive, perfect for adding a touch of lively elegance even to more intimate aquatic spaces.

Characteristics:

• Star Flowers : Small in size, with an open and slender shape that catches the eye.
• Deep Red : A deep, vibrant shade, ideal for creating a focal point in your pond.
• Long and Narrow Petals : They give a dynamic and modern visual effect.
• Ideal for Small Ponds : Suitable for small ponds or ornamental tanks.

Choose Perry's Red Beauty to brighten up your water garden with a pop of bold colour and compact elegance, perfect for those who love the most intense shades of red.

MENYANTHES TRIFOLIATA (Water Clover)

Vigorous and Ornamental Aquatic Plant

Menyanthes Trifoliata, known as Water Clover, is a vigorous-growing aquatic plant, ideal for decorating ponds and bodies of water. Its creeping stems, perfect for covering unsightly edges, bear oval leaves arranged in a clover shape, giving an elegant and natural touch. The pink buds, gathered in racemes, bloom into white flowers edged with pink. The petals, covered with white, curly hair, create a unique and fascinating frosted effect.

Characteristics :

• Decorative Leaves : Oval and arranged in a clover shape, ideal for creating a natural and lush effect.
• Pretty flowers : White with pink edges, made up of 5 petals covered with long white fluff, which gives a frosted appearance.
• Creeping Stems : Vigorous growth, perfect for covering unsightly edges.
• Suitable for Ponds and Wetlands : Perfect for shallow aquatic environments and moist soils.
• Exposure : Prefers full sun or partial shade for optimal growth.
• Depth and Height :
  • Vegetation above water : 20-30 cm.
  • Depth under water : 5-15 cm.
• Flowering period : From March to May.

With Menyanthes Trifoliata, enrich your water garden with an elegant and functional plant, ideal for hiding edges and creating an enchanting atmosphere during spring.

PONTEDERIA CORDATA "ALBA"

Rustic Aquatic Plant with Elegant White Inflorescences

Pontederia Cordata "Alba", a variant of the classic Pontederia Cordata, is a hardy aquatic plant native to North America. It stands out for its white spiciform inflorescences, which rise on elegant petioles and bloom from a leaf positioned at the top of the stem. The shiny, cordate leaves, veined with light green, complete its ornamental appeal. Also used for phytoremediation, it helps keep the water clean and healthy, making it a perfect choice for ponds and water gardens.

Characteristics :

• Refined Inflorescences : Spiciform and white in colour, they emerge elegantly above the surface of the water.
• Glossy and Corded Leaves : Bright green, with light green veins, which add a natural touch.
• Phytoremediation : Effective in improving water quality, ideal for ponds and bodies of water.
• Rusticity and Versatility : Suitable for different environmental conditions, resistant and decorative.
• Exposure : Prefers full sun or partial shade.
• Depth and Height :
  • Vegetation above water : 50-80 cm.
  • Depth under water : 5-10 cm.
• Flowering period : From July to October.

With Pontederia Cordata "Alba", give your water garden a plant that combines elegance, resistance and functionality, perfect for creating a harmonious and refined environment.

Thalia dealbata

Description: Native to Carolina, Thalia dealbata is one of the most ornamental aquatic plants. Its large, lanceolate and strongly veined leaves are a bright green with glaucous reflections. These leaves are supported by long petioles and are covered with a white patina, the same characteristic found on the stems. The flowers, of a delicate purple color, gather in a terminal spike.

Hardiness and Climate: Thalia dealbata is not very hardy to frost and can therefore only overwinter outdoors in regions with a mild climate.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun or partial shade
• Flowering: July - August
• Height above water level: 150–200 cm
• Depth below water level: 2–5 cm

Lemna trisulca

Lemna trisulca is a small floating aquatic plant characterized by light green, slightly elongated fronds. These fronds appear in groups of three, arranged in a distinctive cross. The species lives mainly submerged, forming dense colonies on the surface of the water.

Uses and Adaptability:

• Lemna trisulca is also suitable for aquariums, where it can help create a natural habitat and improve water quality.
• The plant thrives in full sun, taking advantage of direct light for photosynthesis.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun

Lemna trisulca, with its delicate appearance and its ability to live in dense colonies, is ideal for embellishing ponds, aquariums and other situations where resistant and low-maintenance aquatic vegetation is required.

Hosta 'Guacamole'

Hosta 'Guacamole' is a fast-growing, herbaceous perennial ground cover that can reach a metre in diameter thanks to its remarkable vigor. Its magnificent, heart-shaped, glossy leaves are light green with dark edges. When exposed to the sun, they tend to develop golden hues, adding a touch of warmth and brightness to the garden. In summer, the plant produces highly scented, funnel-shaped flowers of light lilac, carried by tall scapes that rise above the foliage.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Suitable for full sun, partial shade and shade, as long as the soil remains moist
• Flowering: July - August
• Height in moist soil: about 40 cm

This Hosta is ideal for shaded or partially sunny borders in moist gardens, where its ornamental foliage and scented flowers help create an evocative and welcoming environment.

RANUNCULUS LINGUA GRANDIFLORA

Rustic Aquatic Plant with Golden Yellow Flowers

Ranunculus Lingua Grandiflora is a perennial and rustic herbaceous plant, characterized by rapid growth and versatility. Its young stems, copper-red in color, become green with maturity, adding a unique chromatic note to your aquatic garden. The submerged leaves are ovate-heart-shaped, while the emerged ones are lanceolate and pointed. The flowers, of an intense golden yellow, resemble those of the terrestrial buttercup, giving a lively and natural touch to ponds. Also used for phytoremediation, it is a functional as well as ornamental plant.

Characteristics :

• Multicolored Stems : Young copper-red in color, they mature to a natural green hue.
• Differentiated leaves : Submerged ovate-heart-shaped, emerged lanceolate and acuminate.
• Golden Yellow Flowers : Similar to the terrestrial ranunculus, they add a touch of vivacity.
• Phytoremediation : Ideal for purifying water in ponds and bodies of water.
• Rusticity and Rapid Growth : Resistant and easy to manage, suitable for different environmental conditions.
• Exposure : Prefers full sun or partial shade.
• Depth and Height :
  • Vegetation above water : 40-50 cm.
  • Depth under water : 5-10 cm.
• Flowering period : From June to August.

With Ranunculus Lingua Grandiflora, add to your water garden a plant that combines beauty, functionality and resistance, perfect for creating natural and lush environments.

PYGMAEA RUBRA

Small but surprising, Pygmaea Rubra is a water lily extraordinary for its delicacy and beauty. Its tiny star-shaped flowers, initially dark pink, gradually transform into a bright red, creating a fascinating chromatic show. With a diameter of only 6 cm, these miniatures are perfect for small ponds or decorative containers. This re-flowering variety is particularly suited to cold waters, ensuring continuous and spectacular flowering.

Characteristics :

• Miniature Flowers : Very small star-shaped flowers of only 6 cm, with a chromatic evolution from dark pink to red.
• High Repeat Flowering: It flowers continuously, making it ideal for water gardens in all seasons.
• Suitable for Cool Climates : Prefers cold waters, perfect for ponds in less warm environments.
• Perfect for Compact Spaces : Ideal for small ponds or decorative water containers.

With Pygmaea Rubra, bring a touch of delicacy and color to your aquatic garden, perfect for creating an intimate and charming atmosphere.

HYDROCOTYLE VULGARIS (Water Bowl)

Evergreen and Decorative Aquatic Plant

Hydrocotyle Vulgaris, known as Water Bowl, is a pretty evergreen aquatic plant ideal for decorating ponds and aquariums. Its almost round leaves, with crenate margins and arranged alternately, create a delicate ornamental effect. The inflorescence, composed of small white flowers grouped in globes, adds further charm during the summer flowering period.

Characteristics :

• Ornamental Leaves : Almost round, with crenate margin and alternate arrangement, for an elegant and natural appearance.
• Delicate Flowers : Globose inflorescences of small white flowers, perfect for enriching the aquatic landscape.
• Evergreen and Versatile : Suitable for ponds and aquariums, for both decorative and functional use.
• Exposure : Prefers full sun for lush growth.
• Depth and Height :
  • Vegetation above water : Up to 10 cm.
  • Depth under water : 2-5 cm.
• Flowering period : From June to August.

With Hydrocotyle Vulgaris, enrich your aquatic garden or aquarium with an ornamental plant that combines simplicity and beauty, perfect for creating a serene and welcoming environment.

NYMPHOIDES PELTATA (Villarsia nymphoides)
It has round leaves with wavy edges, 5 cm wide, green spotted with brown and purple. The very pretty flowers with 5 petals, golden yellow and edged with a thin hair, are emergent. Also for aquariums.

Plant Information: Full Sun, Partial Shade Flowering: VI Depth below water level: 20-50 cm

SAURURUS CERNUUS (Lizard Tail)

Ornamental Aquatic Plant with Scented Inflorescences

Saururus Cernuus, also known as Lizard's Tail, is a rhizomatous perennial native to North America, ideal for decorating ponds, water gardens and even aquariums. Its tall, erect stems bear alternate, heart-shaped leaves, creating a natural, lush effect. In summer, it produces unusual, white, pendulous inflorescences that exude a delicate citrus scent and resemble the wriggling shape of a lizard's tail. Its rapid growth and decorative appearance make it a versatile choice for aquatic environments.

Characteristics :

• Unique Inflorescences : Pendulous, white and scented, with an unusual shape that recalls the tail of a lizard.
• Heart-shaped leaves : Alternate and ornamental, ideal for a natural and elegant effect.
• Delicate Fragrance : Diffuses a citrus fragrance, ideal for creating a relaxing atmosphere.
• Fast Growing : Perfect for quickly filling spaces in ponds or water gardens.
• Suitable for Aquariums : It also lends itself well as a decorative aquatic plant for aquariums.
• Exposure : Prefers full sun or partial shade.
• Depth and Height :
  • Vegetation above water : 80-100 cm.
  • Depth under water : 2-10 cm.
• Flowering period : From June to November.

With Saururus Cernuus, add to your water garden a plant with a unique charm and pleasant fragrance, perfect for creating a serene and lush environment.

Typha latifolia variegated

Description: The variegated Typha latifolia stands out for its splendid lanceolate, long and narrow leaves, of a light green embellished with longitudinal white-cream streaks. During the summer the typical velvety inflorescence that characterizes the Thyhe appears. This variety is considered the most beautiful among the Typha and, unlike the other species, it does not become invasive. It prefers partially shaded positions and, to keep the plant healthy and in shape, it is advisable to divide it every two years.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Partial shade
• Flowering: July - September
• Height above water level: 150–200 cm
• Depth below water level: 5–10 cm