Calla Palustris Water Arum

Calla Palustris | Water Arum

Calla Palustris, or Water Arum, is a rambling plant with heart-shaped leaves, white flowers are followed by bright red seed heads. Water Arum is one of the very few plants known to be pollinated by snails as they are attracted by the flower's scent. Calla Palustris plant creeps from where it is first planted. In summer, the growing shoots can be cut off to encourage branching, and pushed into the soil to propagate.

Marginal plants are great for ponds, and will add colour, interest and wildlife habitat to your garden. Marginal pond plants like Calla Palustris, Water Arum, make a wonderful and easy addition to any garden pond edge.

Where do you plant marginal pond plants?
Marginal Pond Plants, such as the Calla Palustris - Water Arum, can be placed in the shallow areas of a pond. This is usually around the edges, or margin, of the pond. Certain types of marginal pond plants can be planted out of the pond water in damp ground, ideal for a bog garden or water garden display.

For a guide to planting and maintaining marginal plants please click here.

Features
Max. Height: 15-25cm
Growth Rate: Medium
Type: Freshwater Pond Marginal
Flowers: June - August
Position: Full sun to part shade
Planting Depth: 3-15cm

Please note: photo is for illustrative purposes and depending on time of year and growth rate may not reflect exactly what you receive. Pond Plants are shipped directly from the grower and are subject to a one-off £5.99 delivery surcharge regardless or order size/value. Please allow 3-10 working days for delivery on average.