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Not to NORFOLK ISLAND, NT, SA, TAS or WA SORRY but due to quarantine restrictions between Australian States no plants at all can be ordered by residents of Norfolk Island, Tasmania and Western Australia. These restrictions are very important as they prevent the spread of plant pests and diseases. No potatoes, garlic, shallots, strawberries or tubestock can be sent to South Australia. No tubestock can be sent to Northern Territory. |
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Now available for planting:
Ginger,
Strawberry,
Stevia
and Sweet Potatoes.
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Arrowhead
UTSagittaria sagittifolia Not to Norfolk Island, TAS or WA Syn. Duck potato, Kuwai, Chi gu, Swamp potato A hardy waterplant, with attractive arrow-shaped leaves, suitable for pot culture in small ponds. It produces a small, edible tuber, which was a staple food of the American Indians. It is suitable for temperate and subtropical areas. More info on growing arrowhead... Provided as 3 tubers per pack. GA104 Provided as tubestock. Not to Norfolk Island, NT, SA, TAS or WA GA118 GA119Save $2.85 |
Pickerel Rush
UTPontederia cordata Not to Norfolk Island, TAS or WA A hardy, easily grown perennial pond plant with glossy green leaves, spikes of attractive blue flowers in summer. Seeds are edible, a bit like puffed brown rice. Plant in full sun, in up to 200 mm depth of water. More info on edible waterplants... Provided as a rootsett per pack. GP118 |
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Commercial
waterplant fertiliser tablets
are also available.
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Rice Paddy Herb
UTLimnophila aromatica Not to Norfolk Island, NT, SA, TAS or WA Syn. Ngo Om, Swamp Leaf A low growing, evergreen, tropical herb with pretty pale blue flowers used in Asian and Vietnamese cooking. The fresh stems have a citrusy cumin flavour and are used fresh in soups, curries and as a garnish. It needs a frost-free position in partial shade with moist soil. It will also grow as an edge or bog plant next to a pond. In cooler areas it can be grown in pots and will benefit in winter from being completely covered, pot and all, with a clear plastic bag, tied at the top. Finish by punching a few air holes. This arrangement creates a miniature greenhouse to keep this plant happy through colder periods. Provided as tubestock. GR122 GR123Save $2.85 |
Sacred Lotus 'Paleface'
UTNelumbo nucifera Not to Norfolk Island, TAS or WA A beautiful, perennial waterplant that grows 1 to 1.5 m tall. Large circular leaves are produced on long stems. Flowers are white with pink tips. Most parts of the lotus are edible; the leaves are used to wrap steamed food, or when young eaten as a green vegetable, the tuberous roots are used in stir-fry, the flower petals are floated in soup or tossed in salads and the seeds are roasted. It needs a long growing season in a warm climate and full sun. In a dam, in a warm climate they are likely to be invasive; container or pond culture is best. More info on growing Sacred Lotus... Provided as a rootsett per pack. GS111 |
Water Celery
UTOenanthe javanica Not to Norfolk Island, NT, SA, TAS or WA Water Celery is a perennial bog plant with a strong celery flavour that becomes milder with cooking. It grows to 60 cm when in flower in most areas of Australia. The leaves and tender stems are eaten raw in salads, used in soups, or to flavour rice; the white roots are also edible. It spreads rapidly to form a dense mat and prefers full sun to a partially shaded position. Care should be taken to keep it out of natural watercourses. More info on growing edible waterplants... Provided as tubestock. GW107 GW110Save $2.85 |
Watercress 'Aqua Large Leaf'
UTNasturtium officinale Not to Norfolk Island, NT, SA, TAS or WA Watercress is a perennial, hardy aquatic creeper that grows naturally in gently flowing streams, it has small white flowers all summer long. The young shoots and leaves are very nutritious with a spicy, peppery taste. It has proven health properties and is rich in vitamin A, C, calcium, iron and folate as well as isothiocyanates which are cancer-fighting compounds. It is used in salads, soups and sandwiches. Watercress can be grown successfully in ponds in full sun; in very moist, partially shaded sites in the garden; or in a large, self-watering pots placed in the shade. Suitable for all areas. More info on growing edible waterplants... Provided in mini pots. GW112 GW113Save $1.90 Are you looking for Watercress seed? |
Waterchestnuts
UTEleocharis dulcis Not to Norfolk Island, TAS or WA Syn. apulid, haeo chin, cu nang, ma tai, ohkuru guai A rush-like aquatic plant to 1m tall, best planted in an old bath or laundry tub 2/3 full of rich organic matter (5 corms is suitable for this). It is a delicious, nutritious easy-to-grow vegetable, which can be grown Australia-wide. More info on growing waterchestnuts... Provided as a pack of 5 corms. GW100 GW106minimum 5 packs per order |
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Commercial
waterplant fertiliser tablets
are also available.
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Waterlily 'Ellisiana'
UTNymphaea species Not to Norfolk Island, TAS or WA 'Ellisiana' is a hardy waterlily with star-shaped flowers, 14 cm across. It is a compact grower and needs full sun to thrive. The fragrant, almost red flowers deepen to purple in the centre and bloom abundantly from late spring through to mid summer. The bright green leaves are initially splashed with purple. Waterlilies are a beautiful addition to any pond, the best results are achieved with a minimum water depth of 45 cm. Good choice for a tub or small water garden. Grows well from cool areas to the subtropics. More info on growing edible waterplants... Provided as a rootsett per pack. GW114 |
Waterlily 'Morning Glory'
UTNymphaea species Not to Norfolk Island, TAS or WA 'Morning Glory' is a hardy waterlily with large flowers, 12 cm across. The colour is a delicate shell pink, almost white at the petal tips, shading deeper towards the center of the flower. The bright green leaves are initially purple.Flowers freely in early summer with a long blooming season and robust root growth. Makes wonderful cut flowers. It is a medium to large grower. Waterlilies are a beautiful addition to any pond, the best results are achieved in full sun with a minimum water depth of 45 cm. Grows well from cool areas to the subtropics. More info on growing edible waterplants... Provided as a rootsett per pack. GW108 GW109 |
Waterlily 'Paul Hariot'
UTNymphaea species Not to Norfolk Island, TAS or WA 'Paul Hariot' is a slightly fragrant, hardy waterlily with cup-shaped flowers, 10-12 cm across. The colour is changeable, beginning with a pale apricot centre and aging to dark pink. The leaves are green with bronze speckles. It is very free flowering. An excellent choice for small ponds and tubs, as it is a small grower (average spread 30 - 60 cm ) Waterlilies are a beautiful addition to any pond, the best results are achieved in full sun with a minimum water depth of 45 cm. More info on growing edible waterplants... Provided as a rootsett per pack. GW102 GW104 |
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Not to NORFOLK ISLAND, NT, SA, TAS or WA
SORRY but due to quarantine restrictions between Australian States no plants at all can be ordered by residents of Norfolk Island, Tasmania and Western Australia. These restrictions are very important as they prevent the spread of plant pests and diseases. No potatoes, garlic, shallots, strawberries or tubestock can be sent to South Australia. No tubestock can be sent to Northern Territory.
SORRY but due to quarantine restrictions between Australian States no plants at all can be ordered by residents of Norfolk Island, Tasmania and Western Australia. These restrictions are very important as they prevent the spread of plant pests and diseases. No potatoes, garlic, shallots, strawberries or tubestock can be sent to South Australia. No tubestock can be sent to Northern Territory.
Now available for planting:
Ginger,
Strawberry,
Stevia
and Sweet Potatoes.
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