Low Bulrush will grow to be about 12 inches tall at maturity, with a spread of 24 inches. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 4 years. As an herbaceous perennial, this plant will usually die back to the crown each winter, and will regrow from the base each spring. Be careful not to disturb the crown in late winter when it may not be readily seen!
This plant does best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers to grow in moist to wet soil, and will even tolerate some standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. This species is not originally from North America. It can be propagated by division.
Details
Botanical Name
SCIRPUS CERNUUS
Common Name
Low Bulrush
Hardiness Zone
- 8
Appearance
Max Height
24 Inches
Max Spread
24 Inches
Plant Form
- Arching
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- Silver
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
From Early Summer To Mid Fall
Moisture
Moist To Wet
Sunlight
Full Sun To Partial Shade
Maintenance
Deer Resistance
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