FWIW, I have some at my pond. If you come over this coming Saturday you can see for yourself. I planted them 3-4 years ago. Last year they never got their feet "wet" but this year they have been in up to 6" of water.
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3/4 to 1 1/4 ac pond LMB, SMB, PS, BG, RES, CC, YP, Bardello BG, (RBT & Blue Tilapia - seasonal).