Schoenoplectus lacustris subsp. tabernaemontana 'Albescens'
White rush, Zebra rush
Also known as Scirpus albescens
- Height × spread
- 1.2m × 2m
- Position
- Full sun
- Hardiness
- Colder than -20C (RHS H7)
Availability
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About this plant
A striking plant when well grown. It has a strong vertical growth habit and the slender reeds, with green and white stripes that are very elegant. This is grown in very moist or boggy soil as well as water up to 15cm deep. It is not recommended to be grown at greater depths since the dense and vertical growth habit becomes less pronounced in deeper water.
- Foliage colour
- Cream, Green
- Variegated
- Yes
- Scent
- No
- Shape
- Fan
- Height
- 1.2m
- Spread
- 2m
- Season of interest
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Evergreen
- Deciduous
- Garden style
- Water garden
- Sun or shade
- Likes full sun, tolerates part shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam (normal)
- Soil pH
- All types
- Drainage
- Moisture retentive soil
- Hardiness
- Colder than -20C (RHS H7)
- Borders & containers
- Borders
- Water depth
- Up to 7.5cm
- Hazards
- No
Spring
Spring · Outdoors
Feed with aquatic plant food
As the plant is grown in water, feed with an aquatic feed as directed on the packet. Do not exceed the amounts given as this can affect the water.
Spring-Autumn · Outdoors
Water frequently to keep the soil moist
The plant thrives in moist or boggy soil, doesn't tolerate dryness and should be watered frequently, not only after a period of drought, but if the soil begins to dry out spring to autumn. Check plants in pots more frequently, especially in hot weather.
Spring-Winter · Planting
Remove dead leaves
Remove dead leaves as they are noticed to keep the plant attractive.
Summer
Summer - late · Planting
Divide the plant
Divide the plant and throw away any poor or weak growth. Immediately replant the divided portions.
Planting & general
Compost · Planting
Compost for aquatic plants
Use aquatic plant compost for pond plants (other composts contain nitrates that cause problems in ponds). Pond plants are generally planted in baskets and weighted to keep in position.