Parsley water-dropwort
Oenanthe lachenalii
Parsley water-dropwort is a wetland perennial that thrives in damp meadows, marshes, and along stream edges, making it ideal for rain gardens or pond margins. It is low-maintenance once sited correctly in moist to wet soil with partial to full sun exposure. Note that like other members of the Oenanthe genus, this plant may be toxic if ingested and should be handled with care.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Naturally Sustained By Rainfall And Wet Habitat; Supplement During Dry Spells • Keep Soil Consistently Moist To Wet; Tolerates Standing Water In Boggy Conditions
Soil pH
7 – 7.5
Temperature
-10° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 18″
Root Depth
Deep
Foliage
Fine
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 21, 2017 by Jose Luis Romero (cc-by-sa)
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