Most of the plants listed here are sold in 15cm pots or 3L bags. Where container sizes differ this should be noted in the plant description. Our plant descriptions are based on our own research and observations, and we are always happy to receive additional comments - or corrections! Please feel free to email us at leone@petalfaire.co.za .
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Caltha palustris
Common name: Marsh marigoldDescription: A marginal bog plant with rhizomes that produce kidney shaped toothed leaves. The vibrant waxy yellow flowers are a must around a pond.
Allow up to 10cm of water above the crown of the plant.[View all characteristics]
R120.00 |
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Dichromena colorata
Common name: White star grassDescription: Clump forming exotic perennial with grassy type foliage. White star shaped flowers. Allow for up to 5cm of water above the crown.[View all characteristics]
R60.00 |
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Echinodorus bleheri
Common name: Amazon sword plantDescription: A tough bog and aquarium plant with upright broad leaves. Tall inflorescens with white flowers all year. Allow up to 15cm water above the crown of the plant.[View all characteristics]
R75.00 |
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Echinodorus palaefolius
Common name: Giant amazon swordDescription: A Brazilian bog plant with large bright green pointed oval leaves and three petalled white flowers on floral stems. Allow up to 25cm of water above the crown of the plant.[View all characteristics]
R150.00 |
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Nelumbo nucifera
Common name: Lotus flowerDescription: Rhizamotous aquatic perennial found on the shallow margins or muddy banks of pools. Circular leaves are held above the water level. Showy fragrant water lily type flowers are borne on long stalks and develop distinctive flat topped seedpods. [View all characteristics]
R350.00 | This item is currently out of stock.
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Nymphaea hybrids
Common name: Water liliesDescription: Herbaceous submerged aquatic perennial with round floating leaves. Many colours in stock. Feed monthly. For more information and list of cultivars Species: Water lilies[View all characteristics]
R120.00 |
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Saururus cernuus
Common name: Lizards tailDescription: Clump forming aquatic plant up to 50cm. Heart shaped bright green leaves and spikes of fragrant white flowers. Can be used in an aquarium.[View all characteristics]
R50.00 |
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Scirpus zebrinus
Common name: Zebra rushDescription: A tall 1.5m exotic rush with leafless stems with vertical cream and green stripes. Cut back hard in autumn to retain the stripes.[View all characteristics]
R150.00 |
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Thalia dealbata
Common name: Water canna - not a real canna!Description: An aquatic perennial with tall lance-shaped grey green leaves. It has panicles of violet flowers in summer. Gorgeous[View all characteristics]
R150.00 |
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