Orchid Society of Middle Tennessee

Live Red Plantain Major Rubrifolia Winter Hardy Marginal Aquatic Pond Plant

This plant is available for shipping now Plantago major ‘rubrifolia’ Common Name: Red PlantainUse: Hardy MarginalFlower Color: WhiteLeaf Color: Red to PurpleHeight: 12”Width: 2” to 6”Container Size: 1 gallon or largerFertilizer: 2 tablets monthlyHardiness Zone: 3 to12Light Conditions: Full sun to partial shadeNative To: Asia/EuropeAvailable As: 2” and 4” pots Planting and Care Instructions for Water Garden PlantsMARGINAL OR BOG PLANTS Marginal plants should be planted in individual containers of approximately 1 to 3 gallon capacity. Some marginal plants are grown in 2” net pots and it is recommended that you plant without removing these net pots as not to damage the roots. Plant as you would the lilies, but when adding fertilizer tablets, use 1 tablet for 1 gallon size pots and 2 tablets for 2 or 3 gallon size pots. Marginal plants should be lowered to a depth of only 1 to 3 inches. They grow out of the water and are usually found at the water’s edge. Spring shipping days: Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday.Summer shipping days: Monday, and Saturday.Fall shipping days: Monday, and Saturday.

Live Pink Flower Pickerel Pontederia Cordata Aquatic Marginal Pond Plant

This plant is available for order; begin shipping April 1st Pontederia cordata Introducing our exquisite Pink Pickerel Rush (Pontederia cordata ‘Pink’), an enchanting aquatic perennial that will add a touch of elegance to any water garden or landscape. With its striking pink blooms and lush green foliage, this versatile plant is sure to captivate both seasoned garden enthusiasts and newcomers alike. The Pink Pickerel Rush showcases long, slender stalks crowned with show-stopping spikes of vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers. The delicate blossoms, in shades of soft pink and lavender, create a stunning contrast against the backdrop of deep green, heart-shaped leaves. The visual impact is breathtaking, inviting admiration from all who lay their eyes upon it. Not only does the Pink Pickerel Rush offer a visual feast, but it also boasts a host of practical benefits. Acting as a natural water filter, this aquatic perennial helps maintain optimal water quality by absorbing excess nutrients and providing shelter for aquatic creatures. Furthermore, its dense foliage provides shade, reducing algae growth and promoting a healthy and balanced ecosystem. This versatile plant thrives in various water conditions, tolerating both full sun and partial shade. From ponds and water features to the edges of streams and lakes, the Pink Pickerel Rush effortlessly adapts to different habitats, adding a touch of tranquility and natural beauty wherever it is planted. With its penchant for attracting pollinators, the Pink Pickerel Rush will transform your outdoor space into a haven for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. Watch as they dance from bloom to bloom, collecting nectar and ensuring the continuation of the delicate balance of nature. Elevate your water garden or landscape with the captivating beauty of the Pink Pickerel Rush. Its radiant pink blooms, lush foliage, and ecological benefits make it an essential addition for any water-themed oasis. Create a serene and peaceful environment, where the symphony of colors and sights will soothe your senses and provide a welcome sanctuary. Pickerel weed is a hardy bog plant. It can easily grow in water 2 to 10 inches above the roots in an 8 inch or wider container with heavy loam soil. This Pickerel will grow to 12” to 30″ tall and have green foliage with pink flowers in the summer. Blooms from May to October. A good grower that will spread quickly, hardy zones 5 – 12. Common Name: Pink Pickerel RushUse: Tropical marginalBloom Season: Summer to fallFlower Production: ModerateFlower Color: PinkLeaf Color: GreenHeight: 12” to 48”Width: 6” to 24”Container Size: 2 gallon or largerFertilizer: 2 tablets a monthlyHardiness Zone: 8-12Light Conditions: Full sun to partial shade Native To: North AmericaAvailable As: 2” and 4” Pot Planting and Care Instructions For Water Garden PlantsMARGINAL OR BOG PLANTS – Marginal plants should be planted in individual containers of approximately 1 to 3 gallon capacity. Some marginal plants are grown in 2” net pots and it is recommended that you plant without removing these net pots as not to damage the roots. You can speed up this process by snipping a couple of times around the top rim of the pot. Plant as you would the lilies with heavy loam soil, but when adding fertilizer tablets, use 1 tablet for 1 gallon size pots and 2 tablets for 2 or 3 gallon size pots. Marginal plants should be lowered to a depth of only 1 to 3 inches. They grow out of the water and are usually found at the water’s edge. Spring shipping days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.Summer shipping days: Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday.Fall shipping days: Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday.Winter shipping days: Monday and Friday.

Live bunch Parrot’s Feather Aquatic Surface Pond Plant – Buy 2 Get 1 Free

This plant will be available for shipping nowTo get the free bunch, just simple order 2 bunches in the same order and we will include and ship the third bunch. This listing is for 1 bunch Parrot’s Feather plant.Parrot’s Feather is a hardy bog plant. It can easily grow in water 1 to 12 inches above the roots in an 8 inch or wider container with heavy loam soil. This Parrot’s Feather can grow up to a foot above water and spread 5′ long and have, small fir tree like foliage. A good grower that will spread quickly, hardy zones 3 – 12. Read this before you buy:Parrot’s Feather is one of the most resilient plant out there, it’s normal for their tiny leaves to turn yellow beginning at the cut ends of the stems during shipping. You can check them by feeling those stems for plumpness. If those yellow leaves are unsightly, you can strip them off. Keep those stems bunched up and either let them float in water or plant them in a small pot with plain dirt, heavy loam soil, or aquatic media and some fertilizer. Within a week, they will grow hair like roots and producing new leaves. Plant Specifications: Height: 12 inches Width: 60 inches Bloom Season: N/A Bloom Color: N/A Flower Production: N/A Foliage Color: green Container Size: 1 gallon or larger Fertilize: 1 tablets monthly Hardiness Zones: 3 through 12 Light Conditions: full sun to part shade Planting and Care Instructions For Water Garden PlantsFloating Plants These plants require no planting but will do best when planting in a pot with loam soil or aquatic media. Simply place them in the water and they will grow. Floating plants desire tropical temperatures and cannot tolerate a frost. This plant may be restricted in your state, please check before ordering. Spring shipping: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday.Summer shipping: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday.Fall shipping: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday.

3 Vincent Kiwi Starter Plug – Actinidia chinensis

(Actinidia chinensis ) that requires a male pollinator, like the ‘Tomuri’ variety, to produce fruit. The fruit ripens in the late autumn. You will receive 3 Vincent Kiwi starter plug (3-6″ Tall). “Vincent kiwi” refers to.

2 Muscadine Grape Live Plants 12″-24″ Rooted Super Hardy Fruit Vine Zone 6 – 11

The product is a set of rooted muscadine grape plants suitable for outdoor planting in a cold and temperate climate. These green plants have an upright growth habit and thrive in full sun. They require neutral soil pH and fast growth rate, making them ideal for summer planting. The plants are child-safe and perfect for patio or backyard gardening, providing delicious and edible fruits. Made in the United States, these plants come with a shipping pot filled with peat soil, ideal for easy transplanting and watering.