{"product_id":"parrots-feather-live-aquatic-floating-plant-oxygenating-pond-water-garden","title":"Parrot's Feather Live Aquatic Floating Plant – Oxygenating Pond \u0026 Water Garden","description":"\u003cp\u003eParrot's Feather (Myriophyllum aquaticum) is a striking aquatic plant prized for its feathery, bright green foliage that floats across the water's surface. Its delicate, whorled leaves create a soft, textured look that adds beauty and a natural feel to ponds, water gardens, and container water features. This live floating plant is a popular choice for adding greenery and helping to oxygenate the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're stocking a koi pond, a patio water bowl, or a wildlife-friendly water garden, Parrot's Feather offers versatile appeal. It provides shade and cover for fish and beneficial insects, while its rapid growth helps compete with algae by absorbing nutrients from the water. Its trailing stems can also be planted in shallow margins or allowed to float freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeathery, bright green foliage with a soft, textured appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloats on the water's surface or can be anchored in shallow margins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps oxygenate pond water and provides cover for aquatic life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-growing and easy to establish in still or slow-moving water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for ponds, water gardens, and container water features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Myriophyllum aquaticum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aquatic perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows in fresh water; keep roots submerged or floating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floating or trailing stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow space for spread; can be thinned as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimply place Parrot's Feather on the water's surface and let it float, or anchor the stems in a shallow, muddy margin or aquatic planting basket. It adapts well to still or slow-moving water and prefers a sunny to partly shaded spot. Keep the water clean and avoid heavy splashing that can damage the delicate foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eParrot's Feather grows quickly in warm weather and may need periodic thinning to prevent overcrowding. Remove excess growth to maintain water flow and light penetration. In colder zones, bring a few stems indoors to overwinter in a bucket of water, as it may die back in freezing temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will receive live Parrot's Feather aquatic floating plant material as described in the product listing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67727560245558,"sku":"BOTAN4-401","price":62.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7788178944_1lf0.jpg?v=1791980839","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/parrots-feather-live-aquatic-floating-plant-oxygenating-pond-water-garden","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}