Annual Bog Plants  

Add a new variety of textures and accents to the water garden with tropical plants. These plants are often planted as annuals, but many can be successfully over-wintered indoors, especially in a greenhouse or A heated tank. Get that lush tropical feel with these exotic species.

Annual Bogs Begin Shipping in May

   
tbbazte.jpg Aztec Arrowhead 2" Cell
$7.95

Sagittaria montevidensis Large coarse bog plant with stout arrowhead-shaped leaves, starts growing late in the spring. When it gets going, this plant makes a great border accent or can stand alone. Pale yellow pansy-like flowers all summer long are a wonderful attraction.
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bluebells.jpg Blue Bells 2" Cell
$7.95

Ruellia squarrosa Blue, trumpet-shaped flowers occur in summer on this compact shallow water plant. Foliage is very attractive, with purplish-green color.
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Mosaic05.jpg Mosaic Plant Bare Root
$7.95


Ludwigia sedoides Very desirable surface-covering plant with curious diamond-shaped leaves arranged in cute little rosettes. Rapid spreader provides a cooling effect to the pond below. Occasionally flowers yellow, but this plant is grown for its leaves rather than its flowers.
Begins shipping in June once water is warm enough for us to have the plant available. Additional shipping charges will apply if not combined with another order AND SHIPPED AT THE SAME TIME AS THAT ORDER.
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PapyrusDwarf05.jpg Papyrus, Dwarf 2" Cell
$6.95

Cyperus haspans Plant this interesting accent as as edge plant or position it as an individual showpiece. The "burst" of growth at the top of the stems give the plant a feathery appearance.
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tbbpape.jpg Papyrus, Egyptian 4" Cell
$9.95

Cyperus papyrus For one of the largest and most exotic displays, this plant can not be beat. Large heads of fluffy, feathery growth adorn the tall triangular leaves. A large planting container and plenty of fertilizer is the trick for a real showstopper. Leave plenty of room for this focal plant to enjoy it to its fullest.
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PapyrusLittleGiant05.jpg Papyrus, Little Giant 4" Cell
$12.95

Cyperus papyrus percamentus Full, dense rounded heads on this miniature version of the egyptian papyrus. Compact habit is well-suited to a smaller water garden, like a patio pond. Will be a great choice for a large pond as well.
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stargrass.jpg Star Grass 2" Cell
$7.95

Dichromena colorata A small, fine-textured grass with showy "starburst" bracts of white held above the leaves all summer and fall. This is a great plant through the fall since the white bracts are persistent well past frost. The plant has a nice dried foliage into the winter.
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tbbtarb.jpg Taro, Black Magic 2" Cell
$9.95

Colocasia spp. Large, velvety black, heart-shaped leaves lend a dramatic contrast to the pond. A very striking color sure to bring compliments.
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tbbtari.jpg Taro, Imperial 2" Cell
$7.95

Colocasia antiquorumPurple and green variegated leaves are a gorgeous splash of color, sure to please. The large heart-shaped leaves provide a lush feel to the water's edge.
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umbrellapalm.jpg Umbrella Palm 2" Cell
$6.95

Cyperus alternifolius The large whorl of leaves atop the vertical stems is a very recognizable addition to the water garden or large patio pond. This one of the easiest plants to overwinter as a houseplant in a sunny room. Great choice for all pondkeepers, indoors or out.
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UmbrellaPalmDwarf-05.jpg Umbrella Palm, Dwarf 2" Cell
$6.95

Cyperus alternifolius gracilis Small whorls of leaves on top of the straight stems are just right for the smaller water garden and ideal for the patio pond. The compact habit makes this a perfect choice for the indoor water garden.
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WaterPoppy05.jpg Water Poppy Bare Root
$6.95

Hydrocleys nymphoides Leaves are 1-2" in diameter and have a nice chestnut-colored blotch on many of them. A great surface-covering plant with showy three petalled flowers late in the summer.
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Water Lettuce
$3.95

Pistia stratioides Sometimes called Shell Flower, these floating rosettes multiply quickly to provide shade and natural filtration for your pond. While normally a floating plant, roots can be wedged in the edge of the ponds' stones or in the stones along a waterfall for an interesting effect. Prefers light shade. Sorry...NO Sales to AL, CA, CT, FL, LA, OK, SC, TX
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Price $3.95 $3.32 $2.83 $2.16
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WaterHyacinth05.jpg Water Hyacinth
$3.95

Eichornia crassipes

Bulbous shaped leaves float on the water's surface to provide shade and natural filtration for the pond. Great spawning medium for goldfish and hiding places for the baby fish. Lovely purple flowers are occasionally produced until killing frost. While normally a floating plant, roots can be wedged in the edge of the pond in the stone border or in the stones in a waterfall for an interesting effect. Prefers full sun. Sorry...NO Sales to AL, CA, CT, FL, LA, OK, SC, TX
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Price $3.95 $3.32 $2.83 $2.17

 
 
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