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Caltha palustris
Kingcup; Marsh Marigold 

Caltha palustris
Common name

Kingcup; Marsh Marigold

Group

Aquatic

Family

Ranunculaceae

Description

Kingcup;Marsh Marigold. Marginal aquatic perennial with kidney-shaped dark green leaves. Bears waxy; buttercup-like yellow flowers. Max Height 10cm to 40cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers March to April. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.

Characteristics

Growth habit
Spreading
Fragrance
No
Hardiness
Hardy
Toxicity
Harmful if eaten/skin and eye irritant

Size

Growth speed
Fast
Ultimate height
10cm; 40cm
Ultimate spread
45cm

Colour

Flowers
Yellow in March; April
Foliage
Green - Herbaceous
Fruit
Red in September
 

Growing your plants

Aspect
Full sun Sheltered site
Soil
Fertile
Moisture
Moist
Propagation
Stem cuttings
Usage
Bog garden; Pond
Planting
Water thoroughly before planting

Caring for your plants

Pruning
After flowering; Early spring Cut back flowered shoots to encourage new growth
Maintenance
Keep free from weeds; Top dress in spring
Care
Keep moist in first year
Pests & diseases
Vine weevils; Botrytis; Honey fungus

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The web price shown includes a web only discount of 10%. All prices are exclusive of VAT.

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Regular 2 litre --- --- £5.31 £ 79