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    Schoenoplectus americanus

    Also Known As

    • Scirpus americanus
    • Three Square Rush

    Plant type

    perennial, aquatic

    size

    • H: 1'-4'
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

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    Schoenoplectus americanus plant details

    Schoenoplectus americanus is a broadleaf evergreen perennial aquatic with green foliage. In summer chocolate and tan flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and standing water water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Schoenoplectus americanus

    Plant type: perennial aquatic
    Plant family: cyperaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 1 FT - 4 FT - tall
    Flowers: chocolate and tan blooms in summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Schoenoplectus americanus

    USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: standing water
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Plant at water level to 12" below water surface

    By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

    Gardening facts about Schoenoplectus americanus plant

    How to Grow Schoenoplectus americanus

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • standing water

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • tan
      • chocolate

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Schoenoplectus tabernaemontani 'Zebrinus'

    aka Scirpus tabernaemontani 'Zebrinus', Zebrinus Bullrush, Zebrinus Club Rush, Zebrinus Zebra Rush

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Grass / Grass Like, Aquatic

    Zones

    6a-9b

    Size

    Height: 2'-5'

    Width: 3'-4'

    • sun
    • standing water - regular
    Photo of Schoenoplectus tabernaemontani 'Zebrinus' foliage, form by Kenpei
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    Bolboschoenus maritimus

    aka Schoenoplectus maritimus, Scirpus maritimus, Barberpole Bulrush, Cosmopolitan Bulrush, Panicled Bulrush, Smallfruit Bulrush

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Grass / Grass Like

    Zones

    3b-9b

    Size

    Height: 2'-5'

    Width: 2'-10'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • standing water - regular
    Photo of Bolboschoenus maritimus flower by US Fish & Wildlife Services
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