Bring a touch of wild beauty to your water garden with Ranunculus flammula, the enchanting Lesser Spearwort! This vibrant plant dazzles with its bright yellow, buttercup-like flowers that dance above slender, grass-like foliage, creating a golden spectacle in your pond. Growing to about 6-18”, it's perfectly adapted for the edges of ponds, streams, or in shallow water, thriving in full sun to partial shade. Its flowering from late spring through summer not only adds a burst of color but also attracts a variety of pollinators, boosting the pond's biodiversity.
Lesser Spearwort's roots help stabilize soil, preventing erosion, while its presence in the water aids in oxygenation and nutrient uptake, which is vital for maintaining water clarity and supporting aquatic life. This plant is an excellent choice for those looking to enhance both the aesthetic and ecological health of their water garden.