Caltha leptosepala

Also Known As

Caltha leptosepala ssp leptosepala
White Marsh Marigold

Plant type

perennial, aquatic

size

H: 12"
W: 12"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Caltha leptosepala plant details

Caltha leptosepala is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aquatic with green foliage. In spring and summer cream flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Caltha leptosepala

Plant type: perennial aquatic
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring and summer
Uses: bog garden, long-blooming, native plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Caltha leptosepala

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Succulent, thin, and waxy light green leaves are rounded with toothed edges. Stout stems support bright white flowers with a tuft of yellow at the centers, and the backside of the flower petals are tinged a lovely blue-purple. Blooming late spring through summer this native lives in mountain marshes and shallow ponds, from lowlands to alpine elevations, between 4500-10,000 ft. Caltha loves to take advantage of receding snow fields; at least you can replicate the shallow ponds or marshes with some wet humusy soil.Minimum temperature: -40°F