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IMPERATA CYLINDRICA "RED BARON"

Decorative Grass with Vibrant Seasonal Colors

Imperata Cylindrica 'Red Baron' is a highly decorative grass, ideal for adding color and structure to gardens and ponds. Its erect, ribbon-like leaves begin bright green in spring, gradually turning bright red from the tips until they are completely red in the fall. Slow-growing, this plant is perfect for moist soil and is prized for its unique ornamental appearance. Panicles are rare, but add to the charm when they do appear.

Characteristics :

• Extraordinary Leaves : Ribbon-shaped and erect, they change from bright green to bright red throughout the seasons.
• Seasonal Color : Deep red in autumn, for a striking visual impact.
• Low Flowering : Rarely produces panicle inflorescences, but the leaves offer sufficient charm.
• Suitable for Wet Grounds : Perfect for ponds and humid areas, with great decorative versatility.
• Exposure : Prefers full sun or partial shade for more vivid colors.
• Depth and Height :
  • Vegetation above water : 60-90 cm.
  • Depth under water : 2-5 cm.
• Flowering period : From May to June.

With Imperata Cylindrica "Red Baron", transform your garden or pond into a vibrant and decorative space, ideal for creating spectacular color contrasts.

APONOGETON DISTACHYUS

Elegance and Fragrance for Ponds and Aquariums

Aponogeton Distachyus, native to the Cape of Good Hope, is one of the most fascinating plants for aquariums and ponds. Its elliptical leaves, partly floating and partly submerged, have a bright green color, sometimes enriched with purple shades. The flowers, consisting of two opposite spikes of pure white with black anthers, rise elegantly from the water and spread a characteristic almond scent, creating a unique and refined atmosphere.

Characteristics :

• Ornamental Leaves : Elliptical, bright green, with fascinating purple shades.
• Fragrant Flowers : Two white spikes with black anthers, which give off a delicate almond aroma.
• Suitable for Ponds and Aquariums : Perfect for decorating both indoor and outdoor bodies of water.
• Exposure : Prefers partial shade for optimal growth.
• Depth : 15 to 20 cm below water level.
• Flowering Period : It flowers in the months of April, May, October and November.

With Aponogeton Distachyus, enrich your aquatic garden or aquarium with a plant that combines beauty, fragrance and versatility, ideal for creating a refined and welcoming environment.

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.

BREASENIA SCHREBERI

Perennial Aquatic Plant with Antibacterial Properties

Brasenia Schreberi is a perennial, rhizomatous and ground cover aquatic plant, ideal for ponds and bodies of water. Its floating, long-petiolate peltate leaves have a bright green upper surface and an often purple lower surface, creating a fascinating chromatic contrast. It produces delicate single and hermaphroditic purple flowers. A unique feature is the protective mucilage that covers the submerged parts, with proven antibacterial and anti-algae properties. An extremely rustic plant, it also tolerates light currents.

Characteristics :

• Ornamental Leaves : Peltate and floating, green above and often purple below, for a unique decorative effect.
• Elegant Flowers : Single, hermaphrodite, of a lively purple colour.
• Protective Mucilage : Antibacterial and anti-algae properties, perfect for improving water quality.
• Hardiness : It resists harsh climates and tolerates light water currents.
• Exposure : Prefers full sun or partial shade.
• Depth : 10 to 30 cm below water level.
• Flowering period : From June to October.

With Brasenia Schreberi, enrich your water garden with a plant that combines beauty, functionality and resistance, ideal for creating a healthy and harmonious environment.

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.

RED WATER MINT

Aromatic and Ornamental Aquatic Plant

Mentha Aquatica Rubra is a fragrant and decorative aquatic plant, ideal for ponds, humid gardens and areas with little water. Its oval leaves, bright green in the shade, take on a suggestive purple hue when exposed to the sun. The pretty lilac flowers, gathered in globose inflorescences, add a delicate touch during the summer flowering period. In addition to its ornamental value, this plant offers a refreshing fragrance that enriches the surrounding environment.

Characteristics :

• Aromatic Leaves : Oval, bright green or purple, with an intense and refreshing scent.
• Elegant Flowers : Lilac, gathered in globose inflorescences, for a graceful, summery flowering.
• Suitable for Ponds and Moist Grounds : It grows well in little water or on constantly moist ground.
• Exposure : Prefers full sun or partial shade for optimal growth and bright colors.
• Plant height : 20-50 cm in moist soil.
• Flowering period : From July to September.

With Mentha Aquatica Rubra, add to your water garden a plant that combines beauty, aroma and functionality, ideal for creating a lively and harmonious atmosphere.

Beautiful pure white flowers surrounded by fuchsia.

Myriophyllum alterniflorum

Myriophyllum alterniflorum is an aquatic herbaceous plant characterized by a brownish-green color. Its leaves are bipinnate and are grouped in whorls of four per node along the stems, giving the plant a particularly decorative and structured appearance.

Plant Information:

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

This species is suitable for aquatic environments such as ponds and aquariums, contributing to underwater beauty and providing habitat for aquatic fauna.

Azolla caroliniana

Azolla caroliniana, poetically called "fairy moss", is a floating mini-fern characterized by small, fleshy, bilobed pinnules, covered in fine hairs. These pinnules are arranged on both sides of the stem, in opposite pairs, and give the plant a delicate and almost ethereal appearance. In late summer, its leafy bodies tend to turn red, adding a touch of seasonal color to the aquatic environment.

This fern is particularly suitable for aquariums, where it can be placed in well-lit areas. Thanks to its floating nature, it helps improve the quality of the water by providing shade and protection from excessive sunlight.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun, partial shade
• Reproduction: Currently unavailable

Azolla caroliniana lends itself well to both natural ponds and aquariums, enriching the environment with its unique appearance and its ability to float on the surface.

LAYDEKERI PURPURATA

(Latour-Marliac - 1894)
Laydekeri Purpurata is a charming and dynamic water lily, known for its numerous medium-large cup-shaped flowers. The flowers, initially a delicate light pink, gradually darken, reaching a vibrant red on the third day of opening. This color transition, combined with the elegant shape of the flowers, makes Laydekeri Purpurata an ideal choice for enriching aquatic gardens with a touch of color and vitality.

Characteristics :

• Dynamic Flowers : Medium-large and cup-shaped, with a unique color transition from light pink to deep red.
• Abundant flowering : Numerous flowers that guarantee a continuous visual impact.
• Suitable for Elegant Ponds : Perfect for enhancing bodies of water of any size.
• Tradition and Refinement : A historic variety that combines timeless beauty and vivacity.

With Laydekeri Purpurata, enrich your pond with a water lily that combines elegance and surprising chromatic dynamism, perfect for creating a unique atmosphere.

Callitriche verna (Shrimp's grass)

Callitriche verna is a perennial plant characterized by leaflets that take on two different shapes:

• The emerged or floating leaves have a star shape.
• The submerged leaves are more linear and end in a point.

The small flowers bloom in the axils of the leaves. The plant lives in colonies in cold and flowing waters, preferring partially shaded positions. It does not tolerate depths greater than 20 cm and continues to grow even during the winter. Thanks to its adaptability, it is also suitable for aquariums.

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Plant Information:

• Exposure: Partial shade
• Flowering: March - June

MARSILEA QUADRIFOLIA (Water four-leaf clover)

Ornamental and Resistant Aquatic Fern

Marsilea Quadrifolia, known as the Water Four-Leaf Clover, is a fascinating and versatile aquatic fern, ideal for ponds, wetlands and aquariums. Its characteristic light green, four-leaf clover-like leaves make it a unique decorative choice. Frost-resistant, this plant grows even in little water and is suitable for aquariums, where it will tend to emerge and float. As a protected species, it is a valuable plant for those who want to create a harmonious and sustainable aquatic garden.

Characteristics :

• Unique Leaves : Four-leaf clover shaped, light green in colour, perfect for a natural decorative effect.
• Hardy and Versatile : Tolerates frost and grows well in little water or moist soil.
• Suitable for Aquariums : Ideal for aquariums, although it tends to surface and float.
• Protected Species : A special plant that enriches any aquatic garden.
• Exposure : Prefers full sun or partial shade.
• Plant height : 10-30 cm in moist soil.

With the Marsilea Quadrifolia, bring a unique and resistant fern to your garden or aquarium, which combines aesthetics and functionality to create a natural and serene environment.

Marsh rose

Rosa palustris is a unique herbaceous perennial that tolerates moist soils. Although it can grow in partial shade, the plant flowers more abundantly when placed in full sun. It forms a beautiful bush with a drooping habit, helping to create a soft and natural effect in humid gardens.

The flowers of Rosa palustris have five petals, are solitary and very fragrant. Their color is pink, with clearly visible yellow stamens. After flowering, in autumn the fruits appear: bright scarlet red berries that remain on the shrub throughout the winter, adding visual interest to the cold season.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun or partial shade
• Flowering: June - July
• Height in moist soil: 50–100 cm

Rosa palustris is ideal for moist garden borders, flower beds and areas where the soil is constantly moist, offering scented blooms and decorative winter fruit.

MARLIACEA CHROMATELLA

(Latour-Marliac - 1887)
Marliacea Chromatella is a timeless classic water lily, prized for its large, cup-shaped flowers of a uniform pale sulphur yellow that add elegance and brightness to any water garden. This variety is highly re-flowering and will also grow successfully in partially shaded positions, making it versatile and easy to grow. Winner of the prestigious Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) award, Marliacea Chromatella is a symbol of botanical excellence.

Characteristics :

• Refined Flowers : Large, cup-shaped, with a delicate and uniform pale sulphur yellow colour.
• High Repeat Flowering: Blooms repeatedly to ensure continued beauty.
• Versatile : It grows well even in partially shaded positions.
• Prestigious Awards : Awarded by the RHS for its quality and beauty.

With Marliacea Chromatella, your water garden will become an oasis of charm and refinement, ideal for enthusiasts and collectors.

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

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.