Typha latifolia 'Variegata'
variegated cat tail
Thriving in wetlands and requiring minimal upkeep, Typha latifolia ‘Variegata’, is the variegated form of the common bulrush. With its long, creamy-white striated green leaves and distinctive dark brown velvety flower heads, this colourful form of this native perennial stands tall and robust. Renowned for its resilience, it tolerates brackish water and thrives even during flooded periods of the year, making it a versatile and reliable addition to larger ponds and lakes. Its unique chocolate-coloured seed heads add visual interest and charm, while its ability to serve as cut flowers further enhances its appeal. Please note that this plant can be invasive if left unchecked.
How to care for Typha latifolia Variegata:
Place in full sun for upright growth. Thin regularly to prevent the plant from dominating pond margins. Not suitable for garden ponds.
These plants are available potted up (using a suitable aquatic compost) into aquatic pots. These pots are made of a fine mesh, which allows water to circulate through the compost, providing the plants with both oxygen and nutrients. If you are using them as a aquatic plant, they can be planted up to a water covering of 40cm (16in) deep.
Where available, for planting at or above the waterline, choose our 9cm pots for planting in boggy, reliably damp soils. Remove dead foliage and old flowered stems in spring.
While its attractive seed heads may be left all winter if desired, it's best to clear them if they fall into the water to prevent any self-seeding where not desired. Additionally, cutting back foliage before spring growth starts helps maintain its appearance.
These plants are available potted up (using a suitable aquatic compost) into aquatic pots. These pots are made of a fine mesh, which allows water to circulate through the compost, providing the plants with both oxygen and nutrients. If you are using them as a aquatic plant, they can be planted up to a water covering of 40cm (16in) deep.
Where available, for planting at or above the waterline, choose our 9cm pots for planting in boggy, reliably damp soils. Remove dead foliage and old flowered stems in spring.
While its attractive seed heads may be left all winter if desired, it's best to clear them if they fall into the water to prevent any self-seeding where not desired. Additionally, cutting back foliage before spring growth starts helps maintain its appearance.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
2.5m
Eventual spread:
8m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Aquatic / Reliably damp or boggy
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
-
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
3 litre aquatic pot
£42.99
available to order from summer
Unavailable
1
