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Utricularia vulgaris (Bladderwort)

Utricularia vulgaris is an aquatic plant with bipinnate, hair-like leaves, equipped on their lower surface with small transparent vesicles called utricles . These structures have a dual function:

• Insect Trapping: The utricles trap small insects, providing additional nourishment to the plant.
• Floating: During the flowering stage, the utricles fill with air, helping the plant float and emerge from the surface of the water.

The inflorescence of Utricularia vulgaris consists of a raceme of golden-yellow flowers that bloom from June to August, enriching the aquatic environment with delicate touches of color.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun or partial shade
• Flowering: June - August

Lemna minor (Duckweed)

Lemna minor is a small floating leaflet, known as duckweed. Each leaflet is about 2-3 mm in diameter, smooth and bright green on the upper side, while the lower side tends to be reddish-brown. These tiny plants live in dense colonies and form a thick carpet on the surface of the water.

Uses in Phytoremediation: Lemna minor is widely used in phytoremediation systems. Lemna-based systems are patented and represent one of the most effective solutions for:

• Remove heavy metals dissolved in water.
• Counteract excess phosphates.
• Reduce excess ammonium nitrogen.

Thanks to its rapid growth and ability to absorb nutrients and harmful substances, Lemna minor is an ecological and sustainable tool for water treatment and purification.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun

This plant thrives in full sun and contributes significantly to the cleanliness and maintenance of water quality in ponds, aquaponics systems or specially set up aquariums.

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.

PISTIA STRATIOTES (Water Lettuce)
Tuft of velvety light green leaves, water-repellent, made up of a spongy tissue inside that allows floating. To be brought into a warm greenhouse during the winter, in a sunny position.

Plant Information: Full Sun

Spirodela polyrhiza

S pirodela polyrhiza is an aquatic plant belonging to the Lemnaceae group, distinguishable by its fronds which are larger than those of Lemna minor. Its leaflets are entirely green and have evident veins on the upper surface. Numerous root systems develop under each leaflet, making the plant particularly efficient in absorbing nutrients.

Uses in Phytoremediation: Like other lemnaceae, Spirodela polyrhiza is widely used in the United States and other parts of the world for phytoremediation. Its ability to grow rapidly and absorb large amounts of nutrients makes it ideal for the treatment of municipal and agro-industrial wastewater, helping to remove pollutants and improve water quality in an environmentally friendly way.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun
• Flowering: June - August

Spirodela polyrhiza thrives in well-lit environments and, thanks to its adaptability and resistance, is an excellent choice for phytoremediation systems and for the decoration of ponds and aquariums.

Stratiotes aloides (Ditch Knifegrass)

Stratiotes aloides is a rare and highly sought-after aquatic plant. It has dark green, stiff, elongated and pointed leaves with serrated edges, arranged in submerged rosettes that resemble pineapple tufts.

In June, the plant emerges to the surface, displaying a small, three-petaled white flower that blooms alone in the axil of a leaf rosette. After the bloom and subsequent wilting of the flower, the plant begins to sink to the bottom of the pond, where it will spend the winter, only to re-emerge and bloom again with the arrival of the following spring.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun
• Flowering: June - August

Stratiotes aloides is ideal for sunny ponds and makes a fascinating and rare addition to aquatic environments.

Trapa natans verbanensis (Water chestnut)

Trapa natans verbanensis, commonly known as water chestnut, is an aquatic plant characterized by diamond-shaped, serrated leaves that are arranged in a rosette. The leaves are olive green and tend to turn red in the fall, adding a seasonal touch to the aquatic landscape. The stems of the plant are reddish and support small white flowers.

Reproductive Cycle:

• The plant bears fruit in October. After pollination, the fruit undergoes a particular process: it folds under water, detaches from the plant and settles on the bottom of the body of water.
• There, the fruit will ripen and give rise to a new plant that will appear the following spring.
• Once the pulp is used up, the empty shell of the fruit rises to the surface again, completing the life cycle.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun

Trapa natans verbanensis is ideal for ponds and lakes exposed to the sun, where its singular reproductive cycle and the ornamental aspect of its color changes offer considerable botanical and aesthetic interest.

White Astilbe

White Astilbe is a perennial and rustic herbaceous plant, appreciated for its elegance and the beauty of its flowers. The leaves, finely engraved, show copper reflections when they are young and take on a dark green color once adult. The small white flowers are gathered in soft feathery panicles that emerge above the leaves, creating a delicate and scenic effect.

Plant Information:

• Height: 60–90 cm in moist soils
• Flowering: June - August
• Exposure: It can grow in full sun, partial shade or shade, as long as the soil is moist

This plant is ideal for borders and humid areas of the garden, offering a touch of sophistication even in partially shaded or fully shaded areas.

Pink Astilbe

Pink Astilbe is a perennial and rustic herbaceous plant, much appreciated for its elegance and the beauty of its pink flowers. The leaves, finely engraved, have coppery reflections during youth and take on a dark green color with maturity. The small pink flowers are gathered in soft feathery panicles that stand out above the foliage, creating a delicate and scenic effect.

Plant Information:

• Height: 60–90 cm in moist soils
• Flowering: June - August
• Exposure: Suitable for full sun, partial shade and shade, as long as the soil remains moist

This plant is ideal for borders and areas of the garden with high humidity, offering a touch of sophistication and color even in partially or fully shaded areas.

Eriophorum angustifolium

Eriophorum angustifolium is a perennial herbaceous plant characterized by linear and grooved leaves. It blooms in late spring, during which it produces delicate flowers. After flowering, the plant develops elegant white tassels with silvery reflections, formed by thin bristles that can reach a length of up to 3 cm. These distinctive tassels give the plant an ethereal and decorative appearance.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun or partial shade
• Flowering: March - May
• Height in moist soil: 30–60 cm

This plant does well in moist soils and sunny to partially shaded areas, making it ideal for water gardens, moist borders or marshy areas.

Filipendula rubra 'Venusta'

Filipendula rubra 'Venusta' is a perennial, rustic and rhizomatous herbaceous plant, known for its spectacular flowering. The leaves are pinnate, jagged and of a deep dark green. The tiny candy pink flowers are gathered in irregular and vaporous inflorescences, creating a scenographic effect and of great visual impact.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun or partial shade
• Flowering: July - September
• Height in moist soil: 100–150 cm

This plant adapts well to moist soils and sunny or partially shaded areas, making it ideal for naturalistic gardens, borders and areas where visual effect is particularly sought during the summer.

Hemerocallis fulva

Hemerocallis fulva is a rustic herbaceous perennial characterized by ribbon-like leaves, light green, arched and gathered in tufts. Its large dark orange flowers, similar to those of lilies, are particularly showy during flowering. After the flowering period, it is advisable to cut the stems at ground level to encourage the plant's regeneration and maintain a tidy appearance.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun or partial shade
• Flowering: June - August
• Height in moist soil: about 100 cm

This plant adapts well to moist soils and different light conditions, making it ideal for gardens, borders or areas where a summer flowering with great visual impact is required.

Hibiscus moscheutos (White, pink and red varieties)

Hibiscus moscheutos is a perennial herbaceous plant of American origin, very ornamental and often planted in groups to create scenic effects. From the woody base emerge long stems that support ovate-lanceolate leaves. Its beautiful funnel-shaped flowers, composed of five petals and up to 20 cm wide, can appear in different color variations:

• White flowers with red throat
• Pink flowers with red throat
• Completely red flowers

The flowers have a particular tendency to rotate with the movement of the sun, maximizing their exposure and visual effect.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun
• Flowering: July - August
• Height in moist soil: 80–150 cm

This plant is ideal for moist gardens or areas near watercourses where it can benefit from rich, well-drained soil, offering large, spectacular blooms that attract attention during the summer months.

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.

Hosta sieboldiana "Elegans"

Hosta sieboldiana 'Elegans' is a hardy herbaceous perennial native to Japan, known for its ornamental appearance and rapid growth. It features beautiful heart-shaped leaves with prominent veins; their glaucous color intensifies in shade, providing depth and visual interest. The white, funnel-shaped flowers are borne in racemes on long stems that rise well above the foliage, adding drama during the bloom period. This plant is a ground cover and spreads rapidly, making it ideal for covering large areas in the garden.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Prefers partial shade and shade
• Flowering: June - July
• Height in moist soil: about 50 cm

This Hosta is ideal for less sunny areas of the garden, where it can thrive due to its shade tolerance, offering decorative foliage and elegant flowers that emerge above the leaves.

IRIS ENSATA (Japanese Iris)

Oriental Elegance with Decorative Platform Flowers

Iris Ensata, known as Japanese Iris, is a stunning and decorative aquatic plant, ideal for ponds and wet gardens. The stem, taller than the sword-shaped leaves, bears 2-3 large, almost flat-shaped flowers, up to 25 cm in diameter. The colors of the flowers vary from mauve to dark purple, to white streaked with purple, offering a wide range of shades and combinations. Some varieties have double flowers, which add an extra touch of refinement.

Characteristics :

• Impressive flowers : Up to 25 cm wide, flat and decorative in shape, with bright colours and streaks.
• Chromatic Variability : Shades ranging from mauve to dark purple, to white with purple streaks.
• Double Flower Varieties : Available in some selections for an even more ornamental effect.
• Suitable for Wet Gardens and Ponds : Ideal for moist grounds and decorative aquatic spaces.
• Exposure : Prefers full sun or partial shade for lush growth.
• Plant height : 60-80 cm in moist soil.
• Flowering period : From June to July.

With Iris Ensata, give your aquatic or humid garden a touch of oriental elegance and spectacular colors, perfect for creating a unique and fascinating environment.

Lysimachia punctata

Lysimachia punctata is a perennial herb characterized by hexagonal and erect stems. Its leaves are arranged oppositely, with a rounded base and a sharp apex, and appear in whorls of 5-6 leaves per node. The flowers, of a bright golden yellow color, have 5 petals and are hermaphroditic. They are arranged in a leafy raceme and attract butterflies, making this plant not only beautiful but also useful for biodiversity. In addition, the flowers are excellent as cut flowers thanks to their duration and bright color.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Suitable for full sun or partial shade
• Flowering: June - August
• Height in moist soil: 30–50 cm

This plant thrives in moist, sunny soil, making it ideal for gardens near water, pond edges or in damp borders, where it can add a splash of colour and attract pollinators.