Sparganium erectum
branched burr reed
A vigorous rush-like plant with branched spikes of greenish- brown flowers in late-summer followed by prickly, teasel-like brown fruit. Branched burr read is best planted in the shallow margins of a wildlife pond. Avoid using with flexible pond liners since they're at risk of damage from the plant's sharply pointed rhizomes. - Position: full sun or partial shade - Depth of water: 0-45cm (0-18in) - Rate of growth: fast-growing - Flowering period: August - Flower colour: greenish-brown - Other features: bright-green, strap-like leaves - Hardiness: fully hardy
- Garden care: Leave the faded foliage over winter to provide shelter for wildlife. In spring remove the faded foliage and divide congested colonies - Goes well with: Caltha palustris, Juncus effusus f. 'Spiralis', Iris laevigata 'Snowdrift', Aruncus dioicus, Rodgersia aesculifolia, Schoenoplectus lacustris
How to care for Sparganium erectum:
Leave the faded foliage over winter to provide shelter for wildlife. In spring remove the faded foliage and divide congested colonies
Eventual height:
12m
Eventual spread:
20m
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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