Bog plants: Exotic

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 . Water plants all looking very wintery at the moment.  Suggest that you wait until September or mid August before you order. 

Alocasia esculenta - Fortanesii Common name: Black stemmed elephant ear Description: A tuberous exotic bog perennial with heart shaped blue green red veined leaves. Scented arum type pale yellow flowers in summer. I am undecided on which photograph to place - the flower or the gorgeous foliage. [View all characteristics] R120.00  |   Buy now	Alocasia esculenta - Teacup Common name: Tea cup elephant ear Description: A tuberous exotic bog perennial with sturdy stems. Heart shaped cup shaped bright green leaves. Plant up to 10cnm under water. Spread: Clump forming [View all characteristics] R120.00  |   Buy now
Caltha palustris Common name: Marsh marigold Description: 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  |   Buy now	Dichromena colorata Common name: White star grass Description: 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  |   Buy now
Nelumbo nucifera Common name: Lotus flower Description: 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.	Nymphaea hybrids Common name: Water lilies Description: 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] R150.00  |  This item is currently out of stock.
Saururus cernuus Common name: Lizards tail Description: 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] R75.00  |   Buy now	Scirpus zebrinus Common name: Zebra rush Description: 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  |   Buy now
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  |   Buy now