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Bog bean | Menyanthes trifoliata

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    Bog Bean (Menyanthes trifoliata) is a fast-growing marginal pond plant with striking trifoliate, olive-green foliage that creeps attractively across the water’s surface. In spring to early summer (April to June), it produces unusual white flowers delicately tipped with pink, adding soft colour and texture to the pond edge.

    This versatile marginal plant thrives in full sun to part shade, making it suitable for a wide range of UK pond settings, from natural wildlife ponds to more formal water features. As it spreads, Bog Bean helps create valuable surface cover, which can reduce light penetration and provide shelter for aquatic life.

    Menyanthes trifoliata is ideal for planting in the shallow margins of ponds or in baskets placed at the water’s edge, where its rambling habit can be enjoyed as it weaves across the water, softening hard edges and enhancing the natural look of your pond.

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    Bog bean | Menyanthes trifoliata

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      Fast-growing marginals with olive-green leaves and delicate white-pink flowers.

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      • Delivery by end of April
      • Fast-growing marginal that quickly covers and softens pond edges
      • Tolerates full sun to part shade, suiting many UK pond positions
      • Spreading foliage helps shade the water and shelter aquatic life
      • Ideal for baskets in shallow margins, weaving gently across the water

      Fast-growing marginals with olive-green leaves and delicate white-pink flowers.

      Description

      Bog Bean (Menyanthes trifoliata) is a fast-growing marginal pond plant with striking trifoliate, olive-green foliage that creeps attractively across the water’s surface. In spring to early summer (April to June), it produces unusual white flowers delicately tipped with pink, adding soft colour and texture to the pond edge.

      This versatile marginal plant thrives in full sun to part shade, making it suitable for a wide range of UK pond settings, from natural wildlife ponds to more formal water features. As it spreads, Bog Bean helps create valuable surface cover, which can reduce light penetration and provide shelter for aquatic life.

      Menyanthes trifoliata is ideal for planting in the shallow margins of ponds or in baskets placed at the water’s edge, where its rambling habit can be enjoyed as it weaves across the water, softening hard edges and enhancing the natural look of your pond.

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      Product Details
      • Plant Type: Marginals
      • Placement Zone(s): 2, 3
      • Height: 20 cm to 30 cm
      • Planting Depth: 1 cm to 20 cm - Plant in shallow water, with the crown 1–20 cm (½–8 in) below the surface
      • Flower Colour: White - White flowers softly tipped with pink for a delicate two-tone effect
      • Flowering Months: Flowers from April to June, bringing spring and early summer colour
      Care Instructions

      Bog bean (Menyanthes trifoliata) is a fast-growing marginal plant that thrives in full sun to part shade. It spreads by creeping from its original planting spot, making it ideal for quickly covering pond edges or wetlands. During the summer, you can prune the growing shoots to encourage branching and healthier growth. These cuttings can be easily propagated by pushing them into moist soil. Ensure the plant remains in consistently wet or waterlogged conditions to mimic its natural habitat. Bog bean requires minimal maintenance and adds both visual appeal and ecological benefits to your water garden.

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      Ordering & delivery


      Some products are ready for immediate dispatch, while others are sold for a later delivery period so that they can reach you in good condition and at the right point in the growing season.

      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

      Add your delivery address and postcode during checkout to see the delivery options available for your order.

      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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      We will also send a dispatch confirmation when your order leaves for delivery, together with tracking details where they are available.

      If your order is sent in more than one shipment, you may receive separate delivery updates.

      For full guidance, please see Track My Order.

      Returns & problems on arrival

      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.
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