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Scirpus cyperinus

Also Known As

  • Woolgrass

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 1'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Scirpus cyperinus plant details

Scirpus cyperinus is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In summer bronze and tan flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and standing water water. Does well in average soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Scirpus cyperinus

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: cyperaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: bronze and tan blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Scirpus cyperinus

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: standing water
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dense bunches of seedheads appear as tufts of brown wool in late summer. Does best in damp soil with only occasional standing water. Tolerates acid soils. Great for bogs and wet meadows. Hardy to Zones 3 - 9.

Gardening facts about Scirpus cyperinus plant

How to Grow Scirpus cyperinus

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • standing water
  • Soil Needs

    • average
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • bronze
    • tan
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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