Lizard's Tail Plants 6 Bareroot Saururus cernuus - Hardy Aquatic Perennial for Ponds & Wetlands

Overview

These 6 Lizard's Tail Plants (Saururus cernuus) are winter hardy, perennial aquatic plants perfect for enhancing pond edges, wetland gardens, and bog areas. Known for their unique finger-like white flowers and pleasant aroma, they provide a lush ground cover that supports local wildlife and adds natural beauty to aquatic landscapes.

Key Features

• Perennial herb growing 1-3 feet tall, ideal for creating dense ground cover.
• Produces distinctive white blooms from April through August, attracting various wildlife species.
• Thrives in part shade to full shade environments, suitable for shaded pond areas.
• Prefers moist to wet, muddy soils and can tolerate occasional flooding.
• Supports wildlife habitats, including species like wood ducks.
• Easy to maintain, suitable for gardeners of all experience levels.
• Versatile use in water gardens, bogs, or containers to enhance aquatic settings.

Growing Information

Lizard's Tail plants prefer consistently moist to wet soil conditions and thrive in part shade to full shade locations. They spread to form a groundcover and can withstand occasional inundation, making them well-suited for wetland environments. These bareroot plants should be planted in wet soils or muddy substrates near water features to establish successfully.