About
An ornamental grass, reaching 30-150cm, with fountain-like habit. It bears ornamental plumes in yellow. 'Golden Spear' is valued in garden settings.
About the genus
Schoenoplectus are moisture-loving, rhizomatous evergreen perennials with grass-like foliage and insignificant brown flowers in summer
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, prairie planting
Care notes
CultivationWell-drained soil, full sun
PruningCut back late winter
PropagationDivide in spring
Pest resistancePest-free
Disease resistanceRust possible