Helosciadium inundatum, commonly known as lesser marshwort, is a creeping, prostrate plant within the Apiaceae family. It is deciduous and thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring sheltered positions with south, west, or east-facing aspects. This cultivar grows best in fertile, moist but well-drained soils such as loam or sand, accommodating a range of soil pH from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for wildlife gardens and wetland areas, offering seasonal interest in spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved through division or seed.

Lesser marshwort (Helosciadium inundatum) thrives in full sun or partial shade, perfect for wetland areas and wildlife gardens in spring and summer.

Helosciadium inundatum

Helosciadium nodiflorum, commonly known as fool's watercress, is a creeping, prostrate plant belonging to the Apiaceae family. This deciduous species thrives in moist but well-drained soils such as loam or sand, and can tolerate a range of soil pH from acid to alkaline. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is suited to sheltered, south-, west-, or east-facing aspects. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is well-suited for wildlife gardens and wetland areas, with interest in spring and summer. Propagation is by division or seed, and cultivation requires fertile, well-drained soil.

Fool's watercress (Helosciadium nodiflorum) thrives in full sun or partial shade, perfect for wetland areas and wildlife gardens in spring and summer.

Helosciadium nodiflorum

Helosciadium repens, commonly known as creeping marshwort, is a deciduous, creeping, and prostrate plant from the Apiaceae family. It thrives in moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels, including acid, neutral, and alkaline. Suitable for sheltered locations with full sun to partial shade on south, west, or east-facing aspects, it is hardy to UK zone H5. This cultivar is ideal for wildlife gardens and wetland areas, offering interest during spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved through division or seed.

Creeping marshwort (Helosciadium repens) is a hardy, prostrate plant for wetland areas, flowering in spring and summer, ideal for wildlife gardens.