Eelgrass (Zostera Marina) is a perennial aquatic in the Zosteraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and filtered_light or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Zostera marina, commonly known as eelgrass, is a marine seagrass species found in shallow coastal waters of the Northern Hemisphere.

Eelgrass

Eelgrass

Zostera Marina

Zostera marina, commonly known as eelgrass, is a marine seagrass species found in shallow coastal waters of the Northern Hemisphere.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
filtered_light, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, silty, gravelly, saline
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Eelgrass

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Zosteraceae
Genus:Zostera