Eichhornia crassipes

Water Hyacinth

Family: Pontederiaceae Pickerel Weed


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 10A - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Blue, lavender
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Wet
Landscape uses Container
Height 6" to 18" / 15cm to 45cm
Spread 6" to 18" / 15cm to 45cm
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Form Spreading or horizontal