Description
Aponogeton distachyos (Water Hawthorn) Pond Plant
Aponogeton distachyos, commonly known as Water Hawthorn, is a beautiful deep-water pond plant valued for its fragrant white flowers that appear during the cooler months of the year. Flowering from autumn through to early spring, it provides welcome interest in the pond when many other aquatic plants are dormant.
The plant produces long stems with floating green leaves that sit neatly on the water surface, helping to provide light shade and natural coverage. The delicate white flowers have dark centres and release a pleasant vanilla-like fragrance, making them a favourite among pond keepers.
Water Hawthorn grows best in deeper areas of the pond and is a reliable, hardy plant that helps maintain a balanced and natural pond environment.
Key Features
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Fragrant white flowers from autumn to early spring
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Floating leaves provide natural pond coverage
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Ideal for deeper pond planting
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Hardy and easy to grow
Planting Depth: 30–90 cm
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Height: Leaves float on the surface
Spread: 60–90 cm