Oxygenating Mare's Tail | Hippuris vulgaris

Oxygenating Mare's Tail | Hippuris vulgarisAn evergreen oxygenating plant which stands up out of the water or floats if submerged, Hippuris stems are stout, hollow and covered in fluffy leaves like a brush Small white flowers appear in early summer amongst the leaves, almost invisible to the naked eye A low growing hardy perennial which is virtually maintenance free This is a UK native species which is beneficial to pond wildlife, providing shelter, shade and a place to perch for dragonflies

Cream Cocktail’s unique colourations are a wonderful addition to your borders or beds and is fantastic for cut flowers to use in arrangements

Has beautifully sculptured

patio pots and containers for striking contrasts of colours and use in flower arrangements for come eye-catching cut flowers

even on poor soils

can also be used well at the front of bed and border planting and very pleasant in rockeries

Prefers a light stone free soil

'Amanogawa' means 'river of the sky' in Japanese

It is fully hardy and can be planted in full sun or partial shade

Perfect for gardeners seeking a touch of traditional elegance

these trees can produce a bountiful crop of delicious and healthy fruit for years to come

this plant makes a bold statement in any space

where it can add a striking focal point with its lush foliage and potential fruit