About
A very tough, deciduous perennial with long, slender grey-green leaves. May become a nuisance in some gardens. Upright growth to a height of 1.5m with 'bulrush' green-yellow flowers in summer, turning brown later.
About the genus
Typha are deciduous, rhizomatous perennials from marginal aquatic habitats, with long strap-shaped leaves and characteristic dark brown, cylindrical flower spikes in summer
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeClay, Loam
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisturePoorly-drained
AspectWest-facing, South-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeAquatic, Herbaceous Perennial, Grass Like
HabitSubmerged, Tufted
FoliageDeciduous
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesWildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationPlant in fertile, boggy soil or pond margins at up to 30cm water depth in a sunny spot. Root system may puncture pond liners and, in shallower water, may spread rapidly with the potential to become a nuisance if not managed well. See pond plants and bog gardens for further advice
PruningRemove dead leaves and old flower stems before the onset of new growth in spring
PropagationPropagate by division in spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free