Size
Ultimate height
1–1.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
1–1.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Poorly–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Grey Silver | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green Yellow | Green Grey Silver | ||
| Autumn | Brown | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
West–facing or South–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Typhaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Submerged, Tufted
- Genus
Typha are deciduous, rhizomatous perennials from marginal aquatic habitats, with long strap-shaped leaves and characteristic dark brown, cylindrical flower spikes in summer
- Name status
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
Plant 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 potential to become a nuisance if not managed well. See pond plants and bog gardens for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by division in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Wildlife gardens
- Cut flowers
Pruning
Remove dead leaves and old flower stems before the onset of new growth in spring
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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