Burr Reed. A vigorous, marginal aquatic with narrow deep green leaves and greenish brown flowerheads followed by prickly brown fruit. Max Height 1.5m. Flowers June to August. Fruits August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy.
Sparganium erectum
A vigorous, marginal aquatic with narrow deep green leaves and greenish brown flowerheads followed by prickly brown fruit.
Additional information
| Generic | Sparganium |
|---|---|
| Species | erectum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Burr Reed |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | Loam |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 1.5m |
| Family | Sparganiaceae |
| Spread | |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | brown |
| Fruits When | August |
| Moisture | Wet |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | Cut back in spring |
| Border | Pond |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
| Propagation |
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