About

Plants appear on riverbanks, tidal marshes, pond and lake margins and wet meadows in May, with their recognisable, violet-blue tubular-shaped flowers with three lower lobes appearing from June to October. An annual aquatic herb with upright, branching stems to around 30cm in height, and lance to oval-shaped green foliage which may or may not be toothed. This plant is already an invasive species in parts of Europe, but currently only established in one part of the UK. The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) are encouraging gardeners to report sightings of this via the iRecord website at https://irecord.org.uk/ or via email to alertnonnative@ceh.ac.uk.

About the genus

Lindernia includes herbaceous and sometimes woody species grown for their ornamental merit. The genus is represented in gardens by selected species and cultivars suited to a range of growing conditions

Plant details

Plant typeAquatic, Bogs, Herbaceous Perennial
HabitColumnar upright, Spreading branched
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationThis plant is already an invasive species in parts of Europe, but currently only established in one part of the UK. The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) are encouraging gardeners to report sightings of this via the iRecord website at https://irecord.org.uk/ or via email to alertnonnative@ceh.ac.uk
PruningMinimal pruning required. Remove dead or damaged growth as needed.
PropagationDivide established clumps or take cuttings where appropriate.
Pest resistanceGenerally trouble-free. Monitor for slugs and aphids.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.
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