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The Wapato Duck Potato is a very good all
around wild duck food Canada geese, swan, and all ducks are fond of this
plant. The species of wild ducks which will feed upon Wapato depends
largely upon the water conditions under which it grows If the waters remain
nearly the same level the year around, mallards and other shallow water
ducks will feed upon the tender shoots, tubers and seeds which it produces.
The Arrowhead is probably one of the easiest aquatic
plants to get started. It is a favorite of ducks and geese. It will grow in
a damp muddy soil to 2 feet of water. It is an emergent that grows 2 to 4
feet tall. Ducks and geese will eat the tubers of the plant. It is also a
favorite of muskrats.
It is a perennial that grows with large arrowhead shaped
leaves. It produces a small white flower in the Spring.
The tubers (or bulbs) are planted in the Spring. These
tubers are larger than the Sago Pondweed or Wild Celery, so they can be
pushed directly into the soil 2 or 3 inches. They are very buoyant, so make
sure that they are secure so they do not float to the surface. Seed can be
planted in the Spring or Fall. Price List |
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