Scirpus tabernaemontani |
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Bulrush, Soft-Stem |
Description
This perennial grass-like plant grows as a spreading clump of very thin, right green leaves to a height of 1'. Its tiny round seed heads dot the end of each leaf-like fertile stem. The plant does great in containers and will tolerate wet soils. It should receive sun to part shade with average watering. -Monterey Bay Nursery
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass, Aquatic
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Meadow, Ranch, Seascape, Water Garden, Wetlands, Wild Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
n/a
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.