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CALTHA palustris
Commonly known as Kingcup, Marsh marigold, Mollyblobs
Creeping rhizomes and buttercup-yellow flowers. Best grown on the edge of water or in a bog
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individually £13.50 each , 3+ £11.00 each
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - early nectar and pollen for insects. -
Pests & Diseases
Powdery mildew -
Place of origin
Northern temperate regions. Native to UK. -
Yellow
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Fully hardy
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Height
10-40cm (4-16in) -
Spread
45cm (18in)
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Variable, marginal aquatic with dark-green, toothed, kidney-shaped leaves to 10cm (4in) long. Produces waxy flowers, 4cm (1½in) across, on stems 30-45 (12-18in) tall.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Bee friendly
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Mature Size10-40cm (4-16in)
45cm (18in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Bog garden
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Soil Conditions
Wet or boggy soilRich soil at water's edge. Prefers shallow water or bog conditions.
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
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