Lesser pondweed
Potamogeton pusillus
Lesser pondweed is a submerged aquatic plant ideal for wildlife ponds and water features where it provides oxygenation and habitat for invertebrates and fish. It requires clean, nutrient-balanced water with good light penetration and does not tolerate heavily polluted or turbid conditions. Best suited to naturalistic pond plantings rather than ornamental water gardens, as it has a subtle, fine-textured appearance.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
—
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
6″
Watering Schedule
Fully Submerged Aquatic — No Supplemental Watering Required • Maintain Continuous Submersion In Clean, Still Or Slow-Moving Freshwater
Soil pH
6.5 – 7
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jul 19, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Marie PORTAS (cc-by-sa)
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