Bulrush. A marginal aquatic perennial with strap-shaped narrow leaves. Dark brown spikes in summer lasting well into autumn. Max Height 2m. Flowers July to August. Full sun. Hardy.
Typha latifolia
A marginal aquatic perennial with strap-shaped narrow leaves. Dark brown spikes in summer lasting well into autumn.
Category: Aquatic
Additional information
Generic | Typha |
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Species | latifolia |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Bulrush |
Flower Colour | brown |
Soil | Heavy |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 2m |
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 | |
Propagation |
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