Soft-stem Bulrush (Schoenoplectus tabernaemontani)

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A tall, colony-forming plant in the sedge family that can grow in standing water. Provides food and nesting material for birds and hiding spots for fish.

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Item #: SCTAB

Binomial Schoenoplectus acutus

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Tall, thick, round stems make this an attractive plant at the pond's edge. It forms dense colonies via underground rhizomes. As long as the soil is moist, it will grow readily; however, it can grow in water up to 3 feet deep. Bulrushes are important for birds, providing seed, cover and nesting material.

Uses: Pond vegetation, wetlands, birds, edible

Bloom time: July - September

Height: 4 to 8 feet

Space: 1.5 to 3 feet

Sun: Full sun to light shade

Moisture: Moist to wet/submerged

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