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Sagittaria latifolia
Also Known As
- Arrowhead
- Broadleaf Arrowhead
- Duck Potato
- Indian Potato
- Wapato
Plant type
perennial, aquatic
size
- H: 1'-4'
- W: 1'-3'
planting zones
- 5a-10b
Sagittaria latifolia plant details
Sagittaria latifolia is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aquatic with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and high water. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sagittaria latifolia
- Plant type: perennial aquatic
- Plant family: alismataceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: colonizing, naturalizing
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sagittaria latifolia
- USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: high
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
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Gardening facts about Sagittaria latifolia plant
How to Grow Sagittaria latifolia
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- high
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- birds
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Scientific Name: Sagittaria australis 'Benni'
aka Sagittaria 'Silk Stockings'
Plant Type
Aquatic
Zones
6a-11
Size
Height: 1'-3'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun
- high
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