Potamogeton crispus (Curled pondweed)
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Beginner
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1.5m
max. spread |
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0.1m
max. height |
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5-10 years
to maturity |
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1 hour care
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Botanical name: Potamogeton crispus
Other names: Curled pondweed, Curly pondweed, Water calthrops
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Genus: Potamogeton
Species: P. crispus - P. crispus is a deep water aquatic plant with mid-green, oblong leaves that have wavy margins.
Potamogeton crispus is: Deciduous
Foliage: Green in Summer
Habit: Spreading
Potamogeton crispus (Curled pondweed) will reach a height of 0.1m and a spread of 1.5m after 5-10 years.
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Suggested uses: Aquatic
Cultivation: Plant in sandy loam in a basket, cover with a layer of gravel and place at the bottom of the pool.
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Loamy, Sandy |
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| Soil drainage: |
Pond/In water |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Partial Shade, Full Sun |
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| Aspect: |
North, South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Exposed, Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy (H4) |
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