Additional information
Size | Large |
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Main characteristics | Nuphar lutea is a native plant typical of natural lakes. The leaves are oval and light green in colour |
Flowers | The flowers are characterised by bright yellow sepals and they are approximately 5 cm in diameter |
Flowering period | Flowering takes place between May and September |
Edibility | The rhizome is edible cooked. It is considered an emergency food as it has a bitter taste, which however can be dispersed in water. The seeds can be ground to produce flour |
Planting depth | From -50 cm to -150 cm from the rhizome |
Recommended basket | Micro-perforated square basket 35×35 cm |
Soil to use | Field soil with 3/5 tablets of Osmocote fertilizer near the rhizome |
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 |
Frost Resistance | Yes, it is a hardy water lily |
Shipped plant | Bare-root |