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Golden Club is one of the very best pond plants that we sell!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height \u003c\/strong\u003eGrows 7 to 14 inches tall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width \/ Spread \u003c\/strong\u003e 8 to 14 inches wide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun to Full Shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture Requirements \u003c\/strong\u003eWet, must be planted in soil and placed beneath the surface of the water from one inch to 3 feet deep. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom \u003c\/strong\u003eGolden Yellow Spadix blooms from mid April to late June\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilize \u003c\/strong\u003eOnce a month, June through August with Waterlily World Fertilizer Tabbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Plant Zone 5 - 12\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOrontium Aquaticum Planting Instructions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Plant the Orontium Aquaticum pond plants in a large container (1 gallon size or larger) or extra-large fabric planter, using heavy loam soil and place in full sun , place 1 - 36 inches beneath the surface of the water. Fertilize once a month with slow release, aquatic pond tabs, May through August. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pond Plants, Water Lilies, Pond Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39823715274,"sku":"Golden Club","price":9.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1725\/7713\/products\/Orontium_aquaticum_golden_club.jpg?v=1552743094"},{"product_id":"arrow-arum","title":"Arrow Arum \u003cbr\u003e (Peltandra Virginica)","description":"\u003ch5\u003ePlant Description\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArrow Arum\u003c\/strong\u003e (often called Tuckahoe, bog arum or green arrow arum) is a hardy, ornamental, pond plant with bold, attractive foliage with large, green  leaves that are shaped like arrowheads. Water is stored in the thick, fleshy stems. In ideal conditions, leaves of mature plants can reach 12-18 inches long and      6  inches wide. Arrow Arum leaves resembles Common Arrowhead (Sagittaria Latifolia) but has an inflorescence spadix rather than flowers.. Arrow Arum grows  with a clump-like habitat and looks quite attractive when planted on the edge of ponds and lakes. Arrow Arum forms a small kernel (often called duck corn) that ducks enjoy eating. Arrow Arum is a striking plant with impressive leaves that looks great in medium to large ponds and lakes, also looks nice when potted and placed in your pond! Great for naturalizing in wetland areas. Propagates from seed or rhizomes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight  \u003c\/strong\u003eMature plant grows 12 - 24 inches tall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth \u003c\/strong\u003e  Arrow Arum has a 24 inch spread\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture Requirements \u003c\/strong\u003eArrow Arum prefers moist soil or shallow water (up to six inches of water above the roots)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces a white spadix that adds charm and character in the spring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZone \u003c\/strong\u003eHardy to zone 4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArrow Arum is a perennial pond plant that blooms from late spring to early summer, forming a spadix rather than flowers). Plant in moist soil or shallow water.   Arrow Arum grows well in full sun to part shade. When potting ,\u003cem\u003e(Fabric Planting Containers are perfect for this!)\u003c\/em\u003e use heavy loam soil and place with a few inches of water over the roots (established plants can tolerate up to six inches of water over the roots). Arrow Arum does well in marshes and moist, boggy areas. If planted directly into the soil on shorelines, can tolerate up to 1 foot of water above the roots. Plants are hardy and native to North America. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Grow lush, healthy pond plants by using\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pondmegastore.myshopify.com\/products\/waterlily-world-pond-tabbs-60ct\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Are there any fish safe aquatic fertilizers available\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e fish safe, aquatic fertilizers\u003c\/a\u003e like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pondmegastore.myshopify.com\/collections\/pond-plant-containers-fertilizer\" title=\"Aquatic Plant Fertilizer\"\u003eWaterlily World Aquatic Plant Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pond Plants, Water Lilies, Pond Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39830096458,"sku":"Arum","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1725\/7713\/products\/Arrow_Arum_Peltandra_Virginica_Pond_Plants.jpg?v=1552742923"},{"product_id":"physostegia-virginica","title":"Aquatic Snapdragons 'Pink Boquet' (Physostegia)","description":"\u003ch5\u003ePlant Description\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquatic Snap Dragon or\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eObedient Flower\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ \u003cstrong\u003eObedient Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e,  (also known as 'False Dragonhead') has  lovely lavender-pink spikes of flowers on emerald-green, lance-like foliage throughout the summer. Blooms on this pond plant have a snapdragon-like appearance and upright habitat. Once Aquatic Snapdragon \/ Obedient Flower is established, flower spikes can be 10 inches tall with foliage growing 2 - 4 feet tall. Obedient Flower has a nice clumping habitat and spread by root and rhizome. Obedient Flower is a \u003cem\u003efavorite\u003c\/em\u003e for honey bees and hummingbirds!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant this perky, little pond plant in full to part sun in  rich, moist, loamy soil. Great for bog areas or for naturalizing in areas around an earth bottom pond.\u003cbr\u003ePlant in an 8 inch fabric pot or something of similar size on the ledge with no more than 3 inches of water above the soil. Outside the pond in your flowerbed this will also do well if watered a few times a week. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Remember to add a few fertilizer tabs throughout the summer months to keep your pond plants looking their best! 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Aztec Arrowhead grows 2 - 3 feet tall, or taller in full sun to part shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight    \u003c\/strong\u003eGrows  2 - 3 feet tall or taller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth    \u003c\/strong\u003e12 - 18 inch spread\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements    \u003c\/strong\u003eFull sun to part shade, blooms more in full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture Requirements    \u003c\/strong\u003eVery moist soil or shallow water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilize    \u003c\/strong\u003eWhen planting Aztec Arrowhead in containers, add Fertilizer Tabs once a month throughout the summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Zone    \u003c\/strong\u003eHardy in zones 8 - 11\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Aztec Arrowhead in full sun to part shade in moist, loamy soil or in loamy soil with a few inches of water over the roots. Great in containers  or can be planted in shallow water  at the edge of a natural pond or lake or naturalized in marshy wetlands! Add a few \u003ca href=\"\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;%20\u0026lt;p%20style=%22text-align:%20justify;%22\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span%20style=%22font-size:%2014px;%22\u0026gt;%C2%A0Fill%20your%20no%20holes%20lotus%20pot%203\/4%20full%20of%20heavy%20loam%20soil%20or%20aquatic%20planting%20medium\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;%20\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;%20\u0026lt;li%20style=%22text-align:%20justify;%22\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span%20style=%22font-size:%2014px;%22\u0026gt;%C2%A0Dig%20a%20shallow%20trench%20across%20the%20top%20of%20the%20soil\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;%20\u0026lt;li%20style=%22text-align:%20justify;%22\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span%20style=%22font-size:%2014px;%22\u0026gt;%C2%A0Place%20your%20lotus%20tuber%20in%20the%20trench,%20being%20careful%20not%20to%20break%20or%20damage%20the%20growth%20tips,%20gently%20bring%20soil%20up%20around%20the%20lotus%20tuber%20being%20careful%20to%20keep%20the%20growth%20tips%20exposed\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;%20\u0026lt;li%20style=%22text-align:%20justify;%22\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span%20style=%22font-size:%2014px;%22\u0026gt;%C2%A0Gently%20add%202-3%22%20of%20water%20above%20the%20soil%20(the%20smaller%20the%20variety,%20the%20more%20shallow%20the%20water).%20If%20the%20water%20should%20become%20cloudy%20or%20have%20an%20oily%20sheen,%20gently%20pour%20out%20the%20water%20and%20gently%20add%20fresh%20water,%20being%20careful%20not%20to%20disturb%20the%20tuber\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;%20\u0026lt;li%20style=%22text-align:%20justify;%22\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span%20style=%22font-size:%2014px;%22\u0026gt;%C2%A0Place%20the%20lotus%20container%20in%20full%20sun,%20in%20a%20week%20or%20so%20you%20should%20have%20coin%20leaves%20on%20the%20surface%20of%20the%20water\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;%20\u0026lt;li%20style=%22text-align:%20justify;%22\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span%20style=%22font-size:%2014px;%22\u0026gt;Once%20you%20have%20aerial%20leaves%20(not%20coin%20leaves)%20growing%20out%20of%20the%20water,%20you%20may%20fertilize%20your%20lotus%20with%201\/2%20the%20recommended%20dosage%20of%20slow%20release%20fertilizer%20(we%20recommend%20and%20sell%20Landon's%20granular%20fertilizer)\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;%20\u0026lt;li%20style=%22text-align:%20justify;%22\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span%20style=%22font-size:%2014px;%22\u0026gt;Once%20your%20lotus%20is%20established,%20you%20can%20fertilize%20every%20three%20weeks%20during%20the%20growing\/blooming%20season%20with%20the%20regular%20dosage%20of%20fertilizer,%20for%20healthy%20plants%20and%20best%20bloom!\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\" title=\"Marginal Plants\"\u003epond tabs \u003c\/a\u003eto your containers for best bloom!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pond Plants, Water Lilies, Pond Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39833605322,"sku":"Ruby Eye Arrowhead","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1725\/7713\/products\/10256574_864596490224559_7421217794791122478_o.jpg?v=1552742937"},{"product_id":"chinese-lizards-tail-saururus-chinensis","title":"Lizard's Tail","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"1801\" data-start=\"1393\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLizard’s Tail {Saururus chinensis} \u003c\/strong\u003eis a charming marginal Pond Plant that brings fresh green foliage, creamy white blooms, and bright white markings near the top of the plant. The flower spikes curve gently like little lizard tails, giving this Pond Plant its fun common name. The blooms, leaves, and roots are pleasantly aromatic, which adds even more interest around the pond edge. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2231\" data-start=\"1803\"\u003eThis shade-tolerant Pond Plant is a wonderful choice for brightening bogs, shelves, stream edges, and damp garden spots that need texture and movement. Lizard’s Tail grows upright at first, then slowly spreads by rhizomes to create a lush, natural look along moist pond margins. It is especially attractive in woodland-style water gardens, rain gardens, and soft natural pond edges. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2606\" data-start=\"2233\"\u003ePlant Lizard’s Tail Pond Plant in moist soil or shallow water in full sun to part shade. It will also flower in full shade, which makes it a valuable Pond Plant for spots where many blooming plants struggle. Mature plants usually reach about 1 to 3 feet tall with a spread of about 1 to 3 feet, and bloom from June into August. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3121\" data-start=\"2608\"\u003eFor ponds with a liner, plant in a fabric pot or planting basket using heavy loam soil, then place the container so the crown sits at the soil line with about 1 to 4 inches of water over the soil. For earth-bottom or natural ponds, plant directly into the muddy or loamy edge of the pond at a similar shallow depth. Fertilize container-grown plants once a month from May through August with Waterlily World Pond Tabs + Humates to keep growth strong and foliage looking fresh. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3435\" data-start=\"3123\"\u003eLizard’s Tail Pond Plants ship in spring at the proper planting time for your area and continue shipping through summer while in season. All live plants are covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee when any concerns are reported with photos within 24 hours of delivery. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3453\" data-start=\"3437\"\u003eCatalog facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4265\" data-start=\"3454\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3534\" data-start=\"3454\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3534\" data-start=\"3456\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3475\" data-start=\"3456\"\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"3496\" data-start=\"3476\"\u003eSaururus chinensis\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3629\" data-start=\"3535\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3629\" data-start=\"3537\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3553\" data-start=\"3537\"\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chinese Lizard’s Tail \/ Lizard’s Tail \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3714\" data-start=\"3630\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3714\" data-start=\"3632\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3647\" data-start=\"3632\"\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marginal aquatic perennial \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3776\" data-start=\"3715\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3776\" data-start=\"3717\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3728\" data-start=\"3717\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 ft. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3867\" data-start=\"3777\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3867\" data-start=\"3779\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3790\" data-start=\"3779\"\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 ft. with a running rhizome habit \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3937\" data-start=\"3868\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3937\" data-start=\"3870\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3885\" data-start=\"3870\"\u003eBloom time:\u003c\/strong\u003e June–August \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4021\" data-start=\"3938\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4021\" data-start=\"3940\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3956\" data-start=\"3940\"\u003eBloom color:\u003c\/strong\u003e White to yellowish white \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4121\" data-start=\"4022\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4121\" data-start=\"4024\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4034\" data-start=\"4024\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade; 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It grows in full sun to part shade and can still flower in full shade, so it is a strong choice for brightening shady pond edges and woodland water gardens. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5372\" data-start=\"4949\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4999\" data-start=\"4949\"\u003eHow deep should I plant my Lizard’s Tail?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5002\" data-start=\"4999\"\u003ePlant it in moist soil or shallow water. For a lined pond, I would merchandise this one as best in \u003cstrong data-end=\"5144\" data-start=\"5101\"\u003eabout 1–4 inches of water over the soil\u003c\/strong\u003e, while established plants can often handle a bit more depth.  Lizard’s Tail to about 7 inches, and Missouri Botanical Garden lists shallow water up to 6 inches. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5706\" data-start=\"5374\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5430\" data-start=\"5374\"\u003eCan I plant this Pond Plant in an earth-bottom pond?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5433\" data-start=\"5430\"\u003eYes. It can be planted directly into the muddy or loamy edge of a natural pond, or into a container in a lined pond. That matches both your site’s earth-bottom pond guidance and Missouri Botanical Garden’s natural-pond culture notes. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5952\" data-start=\"5708\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5746\" data-start=\"5708\"\u003eDoes Lizard’s Tail spread?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5749\" data-start=\"5746\"\u003eYes. It spreads by creeping rhizomes and can form a lovely colony along moist pond margins. If you want a neater clump, grow it in a fabric pot or planting basket. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6303\" data-start=\"5954\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5998\" data-start=\"5954\"\u003eWhen should I fertilize this Pond Plant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"6001\" data-start=\"5998\"\u003eFor lined ponds and container culture, fertilize during active growth with Waterlily World Pond Tabs + Humates about once a month from May through August. For earth-bottom ponds, tabs can be pushed into the soil around the rooted plant during the growing season. Buy the Lizard’s Tail pond plant for fragrant white blooms, bright upper foliage, and easy shade color. Ships in season with Live Arrival Guarantee.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShips in spring at the proper planting time for your area and through summer while in season. Covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee. 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Native to wetlands in parts of Nebraska to New York and through southern United States. Beautiful blue-green foliage is canna-like in appearance with interesting, purple flower spikes that grow taller than the foliage. When planted in large containers or planters, these plants make a \u003cem\u003estriking\u003c\/em\u003e focal point adding\u003cem\u003e beauty and grace\u003c\/em\u003e to your water garden setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Also known as Hardy Canna, Powdery Thalia or Powdery Alligator Flag and is a member of the Marantaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGreat for water gardens and earth bottom ponds. This is not a plant that koi, carp, or turtles tend to target. Great for erosion control. Great replacement for the very invasive cattails. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight  \u003c\/strong\u003eFoliage grows 3 feet or a little taller and the beautiful purple flowers which come on all summer stand above the striking, beautiful foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth \u003c\/strong\u003e  3 foot spread or wider\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight Requirements  \u003c\/strong\u003eFull sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture Requirements  \u003c\/strong\u003eWet with up to 10 inches of water above the soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom  \u003c\/strong\u003ePurple flowers bloom in Mid June through August\u003cem\u003e above\u003c\/em\u003e the foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZone \u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy in zones 6 - 12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in moist, loam soil with a few inches of water over the roots. 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One of the most common pond plants found in natural ponds, streams and marshes.  Common Cattails may provide food and shelter for wild waterfowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows 8 - 10 feet or taller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 - 4 foot spread\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist soil or shallow water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e Blooms in summer, followed by brown catkin fruit later in season\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZone\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 - 10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Cattails\u003c\/strong\u003e grow well in standing water and in marshes or wetlands. 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If you are not so lucky--and your backyard is sand or heavy red or yellow clay, you can mix up a batch of loam soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e You can create your own loam soil by mixing these two ingredients together\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2\/3  Inorganic Topsoil \u003c\/strong\u003e(Little or no organic material added)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1\/3  Pool Filter Sand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mix together thoroughly with a little water. Your soil should clump when squeezed. If your soil is mixed properly, it will not muddy your pond water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can purchase inexpensive bags of inexpensive \/ poor \u003cstrong\u003eTopsoil\u003c\/strong\u003e at Lowes or Home-Depot. Good soil clumps together as a ball in your hand with only a little moisture. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDon't\u003c\/strong\u003e buy brands like Scott's or Miracle-Gro, as they will contain too much organic matter that can foul your water. Buy an unbranded bag of topsoil instead.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can purchase \u003cstrong\u003ePool Filter Sand\u003c\/strong\u003e at any store that sells pool supplies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoam soil is well suited for\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e all\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eaquatic plants (except oxygenators). Oxygenators rarely need to be planted, just anchored in the substrate or in a container filled with sand or 1\/8  inch pea gravel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSand holds little water but does allow for aeration and drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSome DO's and DON'TS regarding Aquatic Planting Soil \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eDO NOT \u003c\/b\u003euse potting soils ( as they are too light and will float right out of the pot). Potting Soil has organic material that will rot and foul your water!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eDO NOT\u003c\/b\u003e add too much composted material (as it is too rich in organic matter and it will ferment underwater and destroy the ecology of your pond).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDO NOT\u003c\/strong\u003e use 100% calcined clay as there is no nutritional value in calcined clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDO NOT\u003c\/strong\u003e add rocks, stones or pebbles to the top of your planting container as this will inhibit the growth of your plants. Plants do not grow in rocks and stones in nature!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDO NOT\u003c\/strong\u003e purchase API Aquatic Planting Media or Microbe-lift Aquatic Planting Media as these products are \u003cstrong\u003eNOT\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for waterlilies, lotus or most other pond plants. They are suitable for submerged grasses\u003cstrong\u003e ONLY!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanting Directions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor your \u003cem\u003eterrestrial garden\u003c\/em\u003e, plant your Louisiana Iris rhizomes in moist, rich, slightly acidic, loamy soil that is well drained, in full sun to part shade. Does well with up to an inch of water per week. Plant iris rhizome with tips up, leaving the top portion above the soil line and the bottom half of the bulb below the soil. Water after planting and when soil is dry and make sure plant has  5+ hours of sunlight. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen placing your Louisiana Iris \u003cem\u003ein the pond\u003c\/em\u003e, use a container that is at least 10 inches wide. Use heavy loam soil and place the container in the pond with up to three inches of water above the top of the pot. 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This deep-purple iris has stunning, velvety, purple flowers with bright-gold signals and grows to 20 inches tall.  A rich and exotic look for your springtime, water garden feature or your terrestrial garden. Black Gamecock Louisiana Iris has green, sword-like foliage that stays nice all summer long. Blooms early to late spring, depending on zone. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u003c\/strong\u003eGrows to 20 inches tall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth \u003c\/strong\u003e12 - 18 inch spread\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight Requirements \u003c\/strong\u003eFull sun to part shade (More bloom in full sun)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture Requirements \u003c\/strong\u003eMoist, well drained soil or with 1 inch of water above soil in the pond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom \u003c\/strong\u003eBlooms early to late spring, depending on zone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDivide\u003c\/strong\u003e your iris every 2 - 3 years, as needed. Divide in late summer or early fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZone \u003c\/strong\u003eHardy in zones 6 - 12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePlanting Directions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Gamecock Iris prefers moist soil along the edges of your pond or edge of stream beds. Blooms early to mid summer. Black Gamecock Iris are not picky about soil and do well in sandy soil, as well as in heavy loam soil. For\u003cem\u003e terrestrial\u003c\/em\u003e gardens, plant bulbs in moist, loamy soil with additional composted material, in full sun to part shade.  Plant bulbs a foot apart, with pointed side up and roots down, with an inch of soil over the rhizomes. Water once planted and add up to an inch of water per week, allowing soil to drain between waterings. Also great in your flower bed, bog area or naturalized in moist areas. Divide every three years. When placing \u003cem\u003ein the pond\u003c\/em\u003e, use a large container with holes such as a planting basket or fabric planter. Use heavy loam soil with only an inch of water above the soil as Black Gamecock Iris are shorter and prefer \u003cem\u003every shallow water\u003c\/em\u003e above the roots. Fertilize with Waterlily World Fertilizer Tabs + Humates once a month, from May until August. Divide rhizomes as necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePondmegastore Tip \u003c\/strong\u003eWhen using planting baskets for the pond, line your baskets with newspaper to keep soil from going through the holes of the planting basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Is Loam Soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoam soil is a good mixture of Topsoil and Sand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are lucky enough to have good topsoil in your backyard, by all means, use your topsoil. All you will have to do is add fertilizer. If you are not so lucky--and your backyard is sand or heavy red or yellow clay, you can mix up a batch of loam soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e You can create your own loam soil by mixing these two ingredients together\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2\/3  Inorganic Topsoil \u003c\/strong\u003e(Little or no organic material added)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1\/3  Pool Filter Sand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mix together thoroughly with a little water. Your soil should clump when squeezed. If your soil is mixed properly, it will not muddy your pond water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can purchase inexpensive bags of inexpensive \/ poor \u003cstrong\u003eTopsoil\u003c\/strong\u003e at Lowes or Home-Depot. 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Potting Soil has organic material that will rot and foul your water!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eDO NOT\u003c\/b\u003e add too much composted material (as it is too rich in organic matter and it will ferment underwater and destroy the ecology of your pond).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDO NOT\u003c\/strong\u003e use 100% calcined clay as there is no nutritional value in calcined clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDO NOT\u003c\/strong\u003e add rocks, stones or pebbles to the top of your planting container as this will inhibit the growth of your plants. Plants do not grow in rocks and stones in nature!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDO NOT\u003c\/strong\u003e purchase API Aquatic Planting Media or Microbe-lift Aquatic Planting Media as these products are \u003cstrong\u003eNOT\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for waterlilies, lotus or most other pond plants. 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A lovely addition to your flower bed or water garden. Attractive, green, sword-like foliage stays nice all summer long. Colorific Louisiana Iris blooms in early to late spring, depending on zone. Colorific Louisiana Iris is an exciting pond plant for your rain garden, bog, pond or terrestrial garden--just one of many plants for ponds at PondMegastore!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePond Plant Height \u003c\/strong\u003eGrows to 30 inches tall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePond Plant Width \u003c\/strong\u003e18 - 24 inch spread\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePond Plant Sunlight Requirements \u003c\/strong\u003eFull sun to part shade (Blooms best in full sun)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture Requirements \u003c\/strong\u003eModerate to moist soil, to 2 inches of water above the top  of the container in the pond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDivide \u003c\/strong\u003eDivide your iris every 2 - 3 years as needed, always divide your iris in late summer or early fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlooms \u003c\/strong\u003eBlooms early to late spring, depending on zone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZone    \u003c\/strong\u003e6 - 12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Colorific Louisiana Iris in full sun to part shade (at least 5 hours of sun per day) in your water garden bog area, your terrestrial garden or in containers in the pond. Colorific is nice addition to streambeds as well.\u003cem\u003e For the pond\u003c\/em\u003e, plant your Louisiana Iris in loam soil using a 12 inch wide by 12 inch deep container, or larger, with holes and place pots in pond with up to 2 inches of water over the top of the pot. (Fabric Planting Containers are excellent for all of your Louisiana Iris). Fertilize Louisiana Iris in the pond with\u003cstrong\u003e Waterlily World Fertilizer Tabs +\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHumates for robust plants and more bloom.\u003c\/strong\u003e Colorific Louisiana Iris may be planted in streambeds or on banks of natural ponds if soil is kept consistently moist. \u003cem\u003eFor your terrestrial garden\u003c\/em\u003e, dig holes a little larger than the bulbs, 3 - 4 inches deep. Add rich compost to the soil  and plant the rhizomes with pointed end up and roots facing down, cover with a half inch to an inch of soil and water well.  Will tolerate occasional flooding. Blooms in late spring or early summer, depending on zone.  In northern climates, apply heavy mulch after first frost to keep cold weather from damaging rhizomes throughout the winter. Remove heavy mulch in the spring. 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Dig holes twice as large as iris rhizomes, loosen soil and add compost before placing rhizome in soil with pointed ends up and roots down. Place rhizomes 1\/2 inch beneath the surface of the soil. Great for naturalizing in moist, wetlands as well as bog areas of the pond. When placing Blue Flag Iris \u003cem\u003ein\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003ethe pond\u003c\/em\u003e, use a wide container with holes, a planting basket or fabric planter using loam soil. Plant rhizomes with 1\/2 inch of soil above the rhizome and place in the pond with 3 inches of water above the rhizomes, in full sun. 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Foliage is waxy green. Yerba Mansa is native to SW USA as well as northern parts of Mexico and can be found on riverbanks and wetlands. This perennial, aromatic herb has been found to have antifungal properties and has been used in herbal preparations as a calming agent, for sinus infections and wound care, among other ailments, by Native Americans and Hispanics. Yerba Mansa grows to 12 inches tall in part sun to part shade and has a running spread. 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Plant Yerba Mansa in full sun to part shade, it prefers wet soil or shallow water, has a running spread and sends out rootstock. 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Lift tender bulbs after first frost and overwinter in cool, dry conditions indoors. Plants can grow quite tall, often to 6 feet. Protect from wind. Beautiful when planted in the landscape or grown  in containers placed in the pond with up to 2 inches of water over the top of the pot. 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