Pennywort, Lysimachia nummularia | The perfect ground cover for near the pond
Pennywort, also called; Lysimachia Nummularia, many people are familiar with them...this marsh plant is often found in and around natural ponds and can be recognized by the cheerful yellow flowers on the plant.
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All about pennywort
- What kind of aquatic plant is pennywort?
- Why pennywort is a supplement for the pond
- How should pennywort be planted?
- What care does pennywort need?
What kind of aquatic plant is pennywort?
Pennywort ( Lysimachia nummularia) is a perennial marsh plant known for its evergreen leaves and yellow flowers. It is often found along the banks of streams and lakes and grows in wet soil. The plant is low-growing and has extensive, sprawling foliage, making it a good choice as a ground cover for wet areas. The yellow flowers appear in summer and attract butterflies.
Why pennywort is a supplement for the pond
Pennywort is an excellent supplement for any pond, whether it is a formal garden pond or a natural pond is. Not only does it provide a beautiful addition to the appearance of the pond, but it is also useful for balancing ecosystems. First, pennywort helps filter the water and reduces the amount of nitrate and phosphate in the water, which is important for promoting a healthy pond. This plant is also useful for providing hiding places for small fish and aquatic animals. Pennywort is a low-growing aquatic plant, making it a nice ground cover along pond banks and providing a beautiful, natural look. Finally, pennywort is an attractive element for birds and butterflies to build nests. Adding pennywort to the pond increases biodiversity!
How should pennywort be planted?
Pennywort can be planted to a maximum depth of 20 inches in the pond, it is important to keep the aquatic plant not planted any deeper because it does best on the pond bank. Finally, then, the aquatic plant is good as a bottom or edge cover for the pond.
What care does pennywort need?
Pennywort is a persistent plant and needs little care to grow well. There are a few simple actions you can take to keep your pennywort up and running. First, remove weeds from time to time so they don't interfere with the growth of the pennywort, make sure the water level of the pond is in order because pennywort prefers a moist environment, and occasionally cut off some pennywort if it is growing too fast.
Frequently asked questions about pennywort
Pennywort can be purchased per 4 pieces from van der Velde Aquatic Plants for only 14.95,- including pond basket, clay, cover gravel and aquatic plant food.
You can buy pennywort at water plant nursery ; van der Velde Waterplants. We grow all our plants in a nature-friendly and organic way. We also always give a 100% growth and flowering guarantee.
Simon van der Velde
Pond specialist and aquatic plant grower since 1986
Simon's vision is to let nature do its work in your pond. No need to buy all kinds of measuring equipment and water improvers. If the fish are swimming nicely and the plants are growing well, then the water in the pond is of good quality. With a good planting plan and the right approach, you can save a lot of money and maintenance, and ensure a clear, biologically balanced pond that becomes more beautiful every year.
