Additional information
Main characteristics | Oenanthe javanica 'Flamingo' is a ground cover marsh plant with jagged leaves of mixed green, white and reddish colours |
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Flowering | In summer, white umbrella-shaped flowers appear |
Edibility | The leaves and young stems can be eaten raw or cooked. The leaves are also used as a seasoning in soups. The flavour is reminiscent of carrots or parsley. The roots are edible cooked |
Planting depth | From 0 to -10 cm of depth |
Plant height | About 40 cm |
Recommended basket | Micro-perforated round basket diameter 22, or square 23×23 or 28×28 cm, or oval basket based on available space |
Soil to use | Field soil with 2/3 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 withstands very cold temperatures |
Origin | Native plant of Asia |
Shipped plant | Bare-root |