Lesser Bulrush. A marginal aquatic perennial with narrow leaves. Brown spikes in mid-summer lasting well into autumn. Max Height 1.5m. Flowers July to August. Full sun. Hardy.
Typha angustifolia
A marginal aquatic perennial with narrow leaves. Brown spikes in mid-summer lasting well into autumn.
Additional information
| Generic | Typha |
|---|---|
| Species | angustifolia |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Lesser Bulrush |
| Flower Colour | brown |
| Soil | Heavy |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 1.5m |
| Family | Typhaceae |
| Spread | |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright, Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Wet |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | |
| Border | Pond, Dried flowers |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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