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Eriophorum angustifolium

Also Known As

  • Common Cotton Grass

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like, aquatic

size

  • H: 10"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Eriophorum angustifolium plant details

Eriophorum angustifolium is an evergreen perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eriophorum angustifolium

Plant type: perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: cyperaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 10 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: bog garden, container plant, native plant, rock garden, showy, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eriophorum angustifolium

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Greek for "wool-bearing," this Eriophorum is native to the Cascade Mountains and thrives in moist soil. Its downy-tufted white spikes are at home near the water and it will get very sulky if put in a dry situation. Evergreen; 10 inches tall and spreading; blooms April - June. Sorry, grasses and sedges cannot be shipped to California. Minimum temperature: -30°F

Gardening facts about Eriophorum angustifolium plant

How to Grow Eriophorum angustifolium

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Soil Needs

    • average

Features

  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Texture

    • grassy
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Color

    • green
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