Waterblommetjies - 5 bulbs p-pack

Bulb name & Description

Waterblommetjie is a delightful edible tuberous rhizome. Enjoy waterblommetjie in homemade recipes from winter through to spring.

Family name

Aponogetonaceae

Level of Difficulty

Easy

Indigenous

Yes

Edible 

Yes

Natural Habitat

Ponds and vleis of the Western, Northern and Eastern Cape

Planting time

March to May

Type

Tuberous rhizome

How to plant

Plant in relatively clean water in a full sun or semi-shaded position. A depth of 10-60cm is suitable and you can throw them in during autumn. Most rhizomes sink, but they can be weighted down with a stone. Another option is to plant in a container filled with well-composted soil, just ensure you cover the top 2cm of the pot with coarse sand or fine pebbles to prevent soil from escaping. 

Flowering time

June to September