Bulrush. A marginal aquatic perennial with strap-shaped narrow leaves with cream stripes. Dark brown spikes in summer lasting well into autumn. Max Height 90cm to 1.2m. Flowers July to August. Full sun. Hardy.
Typha latifolia ‘Variegata’
A marginal aquatic perennial with strap-shaped narrow leaves with cream stripes. Dark brown spikes in summer lasting well into autumn.
Additional information
| Generic | Typha |
|---|---|
| Species | latifolia |
| Varietry | 'Variegata' |
| Common Name | Bulrush |
| Flower Colour | brown |
| Soil | Heavy |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 90cm, 1.2m |
| Family | Typhaceae |
| Spread | |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright, Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, cream |
| Flowers From | July, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Wet |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | |
| Border | Pond, Dried flowers |
| Toxicity | |
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| Pruning Time | |
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