Elodea canadensis (Canadian Pondweed)

5,00 €

Elodea canadensis, or Canadian Pondweed, is a fast-growing submerged oxygenating plant and very effective for counteracting algae in the pond

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Main characteristics	Elodea canadensis is a very fast-growing submerged oxygenating plant. It takes root at the bottom, especially in the muddy soil at the bottom of the lake and it can become infesting
Size	Compared to the similar species Egeria densa, Elodea canadensis is much smaller in size and it has 3 small leaves (1 cm long) per internode
Flowering	In summer, it produces tiny pinkish-white flowers that reach the surface of the water
Plant uses	Elodea canadensis devours large quantities of nitrates and phosphates, and releases oxygen into the water, aiding the process of phyto-purification in ponds
Planting depth	To be placed in the deepest central area of the pond, from -30 to -100 cm of depth
Recommended basket	Micro-perforated square basket 23×23 cm or 19×19 cm based on available space
Soil to use	Common field soil, with pebbles or stones on top, to keep the plant anchored at the bottom
Exposure	Full direct sun for at least 6 hours in the middle hours of the day
PH tolerated	Acidic, neutral or basic (alkaline): 6 to 8.5
Frost Resistance	Yes, it withstands very cold temperatures
Origin	Native plant of North America
Shipped plant	Bunch of stems as shown in photo

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