Caltha Palustris Flore Pleno

2-3 Litre Pot

• RHS Award of Garden Merit
• Position: Full sun, partial shade
• Soil: Prefers boggy, damp soils
• Growth Rate: Average
• Flowering Period: March – April
• Hardiness: H7
• Eventual Height: 0.1 – 0.5m
• Eventual Spread: 0.1 – 0.5m

Caltha Palustris Flore Pleno, also known as the ‘Double Marsh Marigold’ and holder of the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit, is a beautiful and hardy perennial plant that is native to the UK and Europe. It is known for its large, double yellow flowers that bloom in the Spring, making it a popular choice for gardeners in the UK.

It thrives in moist, marshy conditions and can be found in a variety of habitats, including marshes, fens, and wet meadows, preferring full sun and growing up to 50cm tall and wide. It is a great choice for adding a splash of colour to damp or boggy areas in the garden or it can also be used as a natural pond or stream edge plant.

How to care for your Caltha Palustris Flore Pleno

1. Soil: Thrives in moist, well-drained soil. It prefers a neutral to slightly acidic soil pH of 6.0 to 7.5. If your soil is heavy clay or poorly drained, you can amend it with compost or peat moss to improve drainage.
2. Watering: Prefers consistently moist soil, but it should not be waterlogged. Water your plant regularly, especially during dry spells, to ensure that the soil remains consistently moist.
3. Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade. It does well in locations that receive morning sun and afternoon shade.
4. Fertilising: Does not require much fertilisation. If you want to promote more blooms, you can apply a balanced fertiliser in the Spring.
5. Pruning: Does not require much pruning. However, you can cut back the foliage after it dies back to the ground in Autumn or early Spring to tidy up the plant.