Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | In Water |
Plant Height: | Flowers just an inch or two above the water; Depth from pot to water's surface; 5 to 20 inches deep. |
Plant Spread: | 18 to 24 inches |
Leaves: | Other: Dark green with red blotches |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Other: Light red-orange upon opening and gradually darkening over several days. |
Bloom Size: | 4"-5" |
Flower Time: | Summer |
Underground structures: | Rhizome |
Uses: | Water gardens |
Propagation: Other methods: | Division |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger |
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