Pickerel Weed

Pickerel Weed

Pontederia cordata

Specifications

  • Plant Type: Herb
  • Life Cycle: Perennial
  • Foliage: Deciduous
  • Height: 2 - 4 feet
  • Bloom Color: Purple
  • Bloom Time: July August September
  • Sun Exposure: Sun Part Sun
  • Soil Conditions: Moist Wet
  • Spacing: 2 feet on center

Wildlife

Seed eaten by ducks.  Flowers attract bees and butterflies.

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