Water Hyacinth (Eichhornia Crassipes) - Minimum Order Qty. 6

The water hyacinth plant is prized for its stunning lavender-blue flowers and fleshy, rounded floating leaves. This beautiful species thrives in warm environments.

This aquatic plant water hyacinth grows rapidly. A few plants bought in the spring can easily turn into hundreds by fall.

They make excellent compost for vegetable gardens or perennial borders, adding organic richness to your soil.

The common water hyacinth plant propagates readily from leaf shoots. These shoots develop into new plants, similar to strawberry growth.

Please note that this species is prohibited for sale or possession in several southern states. Check your local regulations before ordering.

Where legal, the blue water hyacinth is a welcome addition to any water garden. It is highly valued for its ability to filter unwanted nutrients.

While each individual flower lasts only a day or two, they are borne in abundance throughout the summer season.

Care Guide for Your Water Hyacinth Plant

• Sunlight: Full Sun minimum 4 hours
• Zone: Hardy to Zone 8
• Flowers: Summer
• Spacing: No Minimum
• Depth: Floating
• Growth: Fast
• Fertilizer: Absorbed from water
• Height: 2" to 12"

Utilities:

• Provide natural cover for fish.
• Act as a bio-filter to keep water clean.
• Extremely useful for algae control.
• Neutralizes nitrates to keep the pond environment healthy for fish.

*CANNOT BE SHIPPED TO: AL, AZ, AR, CO, CA, CT, FL, MN, MS, NE, PR, ID, LA, SC, TX, WI

**Ships via 1-3 Days Delivery method.

***Plant Orders ship MONDAY to WEDNESDAY. Orders placed Wednesday to Sunday ship the following week.

Important Information about Bare Root Plant Orders

Plants can suffer damage if left in the sun or on a hot porch. Please ship to an address where they can be cared for immediately.

Alternatively, provide instructions for the carrier to leave them in the shade. Open the box immediately upon arrival.

Place your plants in a cool, shaded spot. Plant them ASAP, preferably the same day. Keep them cool and moistened for best results.

Give the roots special attention to prevent drying out. This ensures your plant establishes itself quickly and healthily in the pond.