Fool’s cress (Helosciadium nodiflorum)

1 well-established plant in a 9cm pot, sent in plastic-free packaging. A vigorous, native aquatic herb, prized for its refreshing carroty flavour and its ability to thrive in wet environments.

Perennial | 30/60cm tall | Full sun to partial shade | Crisp, celery-scented edible leaves | Fantastic bio-filter and habitat provider

Fool’s Watercress (Helosciadium nodiflorum) is a lush, sprawling perennial that naturally thrives in the damp margins of streams and shallow brooks. The crisp, hollow stems and vibrant green leaves yield a delightful, mild celery and sweet carrot taste. It is a fantastic, fast-growing Plant that is perfect for chopping into fresh summer salads, adding a satisfying crunch to sandwiches.

In a permaculture or polyculture setting, this native plant is an invaluable tool for managing difficult, waterlogged zones. It is perfectly adapted to boggy ground, making it an ideal choice for the damp edges of a swale, the lower tiers of a rain garden, or the muddy margins of a wildlife pond. Its dense, fibrous root network acts as a natural water purifier, filtering runoff and taking up excess nutrients to maintain a balanced aquatic ecosystem. In high summer, it produces delicate, umbrella-like clusters of tiny white flowers. The flat blooms are perfectly shaped to attract a host of beneficial predatory insects, such as hoverflies and parasitic wasps, which act as natural pest controllers for your wider garden.

Delivery Information

All plants are carefully packed and sent in plastic-free packaging to protect both the plant and the environment. Plants are dispatched promptly so they arrive fresh, healthy, and ready to plant.

We ship orders using a tracked 24-hour delivery service, helping to minimise time in transit and reduce stress on the plant. Orders are packed by hand at the nursery, and we aim to dispatch early in the week to avoid delays over weekends.

If you have any questions about delivery timing or combining orders, please get in touch before ordering and we will be happy to help.

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