Scirpus atrovirens
Also Known As
- Common Bulrush
- Dark Green Bulrush
Plant type
grass / grass like, aquatic
size
- H: 3'-6'
- W: 1'
planting zones
- 3a-8b
Scirpus atrovirens plant details
Scirpus atrovirens is a deciduous or semi-evergreen aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In summer flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and standing water water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay and gritty soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Scirpus atrovirens
- Plant type: aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: cyperaceae
- Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 1 FT wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Scirpus atrovirens
- USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: standing water
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, clay and gritty
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Prairie Nursery
Gardening facts about Scirpus atrovirens plant
How to Grow Scirpus atrovirens
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- standing water
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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