Aponogeton distachyos - Cape pondweed

Treatments Aponogeton distachyos : It is advisable a precautionary fungicide treatment, to be applied at the end of winter, using Bordeaux mixture. As far as insects are concerned avoid to apply a treatment if such parasites are not present on the plants.

continental : The Aponogeton distachyos likes dry, loose and very drawn soils. Avoid excessive waterings and give water only when the soil has been very dry for few days. We can increase waterings in summer. Avoid watering in winter.

alpine : These plants do not like water excesses in the soil, in spring and summer water occasionally, dampening the soil deeply. For the rest of the year waterings will be only occasional, during the periods of long duration drought or in case the plant is starting to fade.

mediterranean : Avoid to water The Aponogeton distachyos excessively, it prefers draining and very dry soils, it does not suffer from drought, but it is advisable to water regularly during summer, watering the soil deeply. In winter avoid waterings.

continental : This plant prefers to be exposed to direct sunlight all year long.
These plants tolerate also slight frosts without any problem; cover the aerial part with frost cloth in winter.

alpine : Grow The Aponogeton distachyos where it can be exposed every day to direct sunlight as long as possible.
They can tolerate slight frosts without any problem; cover the aerial part with frost cloth in winter.

mediterranean : Grow The Aponogeton distachyos in a very bright location, with a good exposure to direct sunlight.
Normally they tolerate also long frosts without any problem, therefore they can be grown outside; in case of particularly rigid winters cover the aerial part with frost cloth.

Fertilization Aponogeton distachyos : It is possible to find on sale specific fertilizers in tablets for water plants, to be buried at the base of the plant, or soluble products to be dissolved in the water of the water garden. Avoid fertilizing during cold periods.