Bacopa caroliniana (Lemon Bacopa) is a creeping or floating perennial wildflower with thick succulent leaves that are heavily lemon-scented when crushed. Blooming from late spring through fall, this aquatic plant boasts a profusion of small bright blue flowers, less than 1 in. (2.5), that attract a variety of small pollinators. Native to the southeastern U.S.A. and Cuba, Lemon Bacopa occurs naturally on coastal shores, tidal muds, marshes, and disturbed wetlands. It can be grown above the surface of the water or fully submerged to help oxygenate the water. It looks great in or by the pond, as a houseplant in an aquarium. It makes an excellent ground cover in wet or saturated landscapes as it can spread to form large mats. Fast-growing, it has become used as a hanging basket plant by florists.

• Grows up to 6-12 in. tall (15-30 cm) and 20-40 in. wide (50-100 cm).
• Performs best in semi-shade outdoors but requires bright light indoors. Heat tolerant, this plant is not drought or salt tolerant.
• A charming addition to pond areas, water gardens, and container water gardens. Streams and bogs are great locations too.
• No serious pest or disease issues.
• Propagate by divisions or by cuttings.
• Native to the southeastern U.S.A. and Cuba.