Schoenoplectus
Bullrush, Clubrush
Also known as Scirpus, Bolboschoenus
- Height × spread
- 1.2m – 1.5m × 2m – 2m
- Position
- Full sun
Availability
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About this plant
A group of plants that enjoy moist soil to water. They are reeds with rounded stems that are tall and slender. They produce brown flowers which may be solid or plume-like in character. Some forms come from warm parts of the world whilst others are very cold-tolerant. Some may have a running growth habit and are best grown in a container. The most common, and possibly popular form, is Schoenoplectus lacustris subsp. tabernaemontani 'Zebrinus' with green and white banded stripes on its stems that are highly picturesque. This genus has been the result of name changes and many of its species originally belonged to the genus Scirpus and may still be referenced by that name.
- Flower colour
- Brown, Red
- Foliage colour
- Cream, Green, White
- Variegated
- No
- Scent
- No
- Shape
- Fan
- Height
- 1.2m – 1.5m
- Spread
- 2m – 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, Clay, Loam (normal)
- Soil pH
- All types
- Drainage
- Moisture retentive soil
- Winter hardiness
- Varies, most are hardy
- Borders & containers
- Borders
- Water depth
- Varieties differ
- 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.