How to Grow and Care for Bull-tongue Arrowhead

Bull-tongue Arrowhead, also known as Bulltongue Arrowhead, Lanceleaf Arrowhead, Bulltongue

Bull-tongue Arrowhead thrives in wetland environments, indicating a preference for consistent moisture and potentially standing water. An essential care point is ensuring the soil remains wet, as bull-tongue Arrowhead is naturally adapted to swampy conditions. The species may also require partial to full sunlight to flourish properly. As such, bull-tongue Arrowhead is typically considered easy to care for, especially for those familiar with aquatic or semi-aquatic plant maintenance.

Watering schedule: Twice per week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Bull-tongue Arrowhead

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Twice per week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7
Hardiness Zones	5-11

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Bull-tongue Arrowhead is a perennial aquatic plant boasting a commanding presence, with basal leaves that can stretch up to 3 feet (91 cm) tall, emerging from tuberous rhizomes. The plant's foliage is striking, with arrowhead-shaped leaf blades reaching up to 10 inches (25 cm) in length, coupled to long petioles, while submerged forms may present lance-shaped to nearly bladeless leaves. The white, three-petaled flowers, each measuring approximately 3/4 to 1 inch (2 to 2.5 cm) in diameter, blossom in late spring and continue through summer, providing a delicate contrast against the robust greenery.