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American water plantain | Alisma parviflorum

    Description

    American water plantain (Alisma parviflorum) is a compact, attractive marginal pond plant ideal for adding subtle colour and structure to the water’s edge. This form of the native Alisma has more rounded leaves, creating a soft, architectural clump that suits both naturalistic and formal pond designs.

    From June to August, mature plants send up numerous airy flower stems topped with delicate pinkish-white blooms, bringing light, elegant interest through the summer months. American water plantain thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers consistently moist conditions, making it perfect for shallow pond margins or boggy edges.

    As a marginal pond plant, Alisma parviflorum helps create valuable habitat around the pond edge, offering cover and structure that supports a healthy, wildlife-friendly water garden.

    American water plantain | Alisma parviflorum

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      Compact native wetland plant with delicate pinkish-white flowers for moist gardens

      £14

      • Delivery within 2-5 working days
      • Ideal for shallow pond margins and boggy edges needing subtle colour
      • Slow-growing compact clumps give gentle structure at the water’s edge
      • Summer flowers add light, airy interest without overpowering the pond
      • Creates habitat and cover around the pond for a wildlife-friendly garden

      Compact native wetland plant with delicate pinkish-white flowers for moist gardens

      Description

      American water plantain (Alisma parviflorum) is a compact, attractive marginal pond plant ideal for adding subtle colour and structure to the water’s edge. This form of the native Alisma has more rounded leaves, creating a soft, architectural clump that suits both naturalistic and formal pond designs.

      From June to August, mature plants send up numerous airy flower stems topped with delicate pinkish-white blooms, bringing light, elegant interest through the summer months. American water plantain thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers consistently moist conditions, making it perfect for shallow pond margins or boggy edges.

      As a marginal pond plant, Alisma parviflorum helps create valuable habitat around the pond edge, offering cover and structure that supports a healthy, wildlife-friendly water garden.

      Product Details
      • Plant Type: Marginals
      • Placement Zone(s): 2
      • Height: 60 cm to 90 cm
      • Planting Depth: Up to 15 cm - Plant in shallow water to around 15 cm deep or in very boggy soil at the edge
      • Flower Colour: White - Delicate pinkish-white flowers on airy stems above the foliage
      • Flowering Months: Flowers from June to August, adding soft colour through summer
      Care Instructions
      • Light: Thrives in full sun to part shade, making it versatile for various garden spots.
      • Watering: Prefers consistently moist soil; ideal for pond edges, wet flower borders, or riparian beds.
      • Maintenance: Remove flower heads soon after blooming to encourage fresh flowers and prevent self-seeding.
      • Pruning: Trim back old foliage after it dies back in autumn to keep the plant looking neat and promote healthy growth.
      • Growth rate: Grows slowly, providing seasonal interest from June through August without overwhelming nearby plants.

      American Water Plantain is a low-maintenance marginals plant that enhances wet garden areas while supporting local wildlife.

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      Ordering & delivery


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      The expected delivery period for the product or variant you choose will be shown below the Add to basket button and again in the basket and checkout.

      30 litre plants and some larger items are sent by specialist pallet delivery rather than standard parcel.

      If your order contains products with different delivery timings, it may be split into more than one shipment. Plants or products that are ready for immediate dispatch will normally be sent first, while later-season plants will be sent when they are ready. This helps us send live plants at the appropriate point in the season and in suitable condition to travel.

      For full details, please see our Shipping Policy.

      Delivery costs

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      Current standard charges for mainland UK include:

      • £5.95 Standard Delivery
      • £49.95 Specialist Pallet Delivery – used for 30 litre plants and certain other larger items and usually delivered within 4-15 working days. Where needed, we or the carrier will contact you to arrange a suitable delivery date.

      Highlands & Islands delivery options are shown at checkout. Current charges are:

      • Royal Mail from £5.95
      • Parcel Force from £24.95
      • Specialist Pallet Delivery from £99.95 to £174.95

      The correct charge for your order and postcode will always be shown before you place your order. For full details, please see our Shipping Policy.

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      Because we sell live aquatic plants and molluscs, some parts of our policy work differently from standard retail.

      Live plants and molluscs are perishable and are not suitable for routine returns once they have been prepared for dispatch.

      If there is a genuine issue on arrival, please contact us within 24 hours using the form on our Contact page, with your order number, photographs, and a short explanation.

      We will always review genuine issues carefully and fairly. Depending on the circumstances, the appropriate remedy may include a replacement, refund, or partial refund where appropriate.

      Please do not send anything back unless we have agreed this with you in writing first.

      For full details, please see our Refunds & Returns Policy.

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      Edenmere is a trading name of Solilium Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales.
      Company No. 16810551
      Registered office: 128 City Road, London EC1V 2NX, United Kingdom
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      The customer services opening hours are Monday to Friday 09.00 – 17.00.
      If the matter is urgent, you may also call us on 01865 537277.

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