White Pickerel Rush (Pontederia albiflora) – Pond Plants

Introduction

White Pickerel Rush (Pontederia albiflora) is a graceful, hardy aquatic perennial with tall, upright foliage and spikes of delicate white flowers that bloom throughout the summer. This striking variation of the traditional pickerel plant adds brightness and contrast to any pond or water garden, making it one of the best pond plants for both aesthetic appeal and functionality.

When you buy pond plants like White Pickerel Rush, you’re choosing a hardy species that thrives in shallow water and bog filters, providing both natural filtration and aesthetic appeal. White Pickerel Rush is a handsome addition to koi ponds and wildlife-friendly water gardens, where it provides cover for fish and attracts butterflies and pollinators. It also helps clarify the water and keeps algae under control, a key benefit when purchasing pond plants.

Acclimation & Planting Instructions (Step-by-Step)

On Arrival:

1. Unpack White Pickerel Rush immediately and keep the roots moist until planting.

2. If leaves look stressed from shipping, rest the plant in shallow water in the shade for 1–2 days.

Planting Instructions:

1. Fill a PondGrow Aquatic Fabric Pot with Handles with heavy loam or our PondGro Aquatic Planting Soil (never use gravel, sand, or bagged compost mixes).

2. Place White Pickerel Rush into the soil and cover the roots, keeping the crown slightly above the soil line.

3. Slowly lower the container into your pond to a depth of 3–8 inches, measured from the top of the soil in the pot to the water’s surface.

4. Position in full sun or part sun for the best flower display.

5. Fertilize monthly with aquatic fertilizer tablets during the growing season for continuous blooms.

Do’s and Don’ts of White Pickerel Rush

✅ Do’s

• Do plant White Pickerel Rush in PondGro soil or another heavy loam.

• Do use PondGrow fabric pots for easy placement and movement.

• Do fertilize regularly to enjoy abundant white flower spikes.

• Place in sunny to partly sunny pond locations.

❌ Don’ts

• Don’t plant White Pickerel Rush in gravel, sand, or bagged compost soils.

• Don’t bury the crown beneath soil or water.

• Don’t leave White Pickerel Rush roots unplanted or exposed.

Benefits of White Pickerel Rush

• • Cleans and clarifies pond water naturally.

  • Helps reduce algae growth, supporting clearer water.

  • Provides shade and shelter for koi, goldfish, and small pond life.

  • Pickerel Rush Produces elegant white flower spikes 🦋🕊️, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.

  • Hardy and winter-safe, returning each year in USDA zones 4–11.

Adding White Pickerel Rush to your pond ensures not only beauty but also a healthier ecosystem, making it an ideal choice for koi ponds and water gardens.

Spec Sheet – White Pickerel Rush (Pontederia albiflora)

• USDA Zones: 4–11 (hardy pond plant; winter safe in most zones)

• Light: Full sun to part shade

• Placement: Shelf plant or bog filter plant

• Depth: 3–8 inches measured from the top of the soil to the water’s surface

• Growth Habit: Upright perennial with summer-blooming white flower spikes

Live Arrival Guarantee

Your White Pickerel Rush is guaranteed to arrive healthy and ready to grow. Please inspect upon delivery and contact us within 24 hours with photos at PondQuestions@gmail.com if anything comes in less-than-perfect condition.

Shipping Information

White Pickerel Rush ships in early spring based on cold tolerance for your location, and we continue shipping through the end of summer. Plants are shipped bare root and are ready to be potted in PondGro Aquatic Planting Soil and PondGrow fabric pots with handles.