Marsh lousewort
Pedicularis palustris
Marsh lousewort is a specialist wetland plant that requires permanently moist to wet, nutrient-poor soil and is best suited to bog gardens, pond margins, or wet meadows. It is hemi-parasitic on the roots of neighboring grasses, so it must be planted alongside suitable host plants to thrive. This plant is not recommended for typical garden beds and is best left to experienced growers with the right habitat conditions.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
—
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
8″
Watering Schedule
Every 3-5 Days • Keep Soil Consistently Wet Or Boggy; Suitable For Pond Margins Or Rain Garden Edges
Soil pH
5.5 – 6.5
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jul 30, 2019 by Linda Soderberg (cc-by-sa)
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