Schoenoplectus lacustris (Marginal Aquatic)

Commonly known as Club-rush, Schoenoplectus lacustris is a versatile and attractive plant often chosen by landscapers for its ability to provide excellent cover for wildfowl. This native rush features slender, dark green, hollow stems topped with clusters of rich chocolate-brown flowers. A hardy perennial, it thrives when planted in large groups along the edges of lakes and large ponds, creating beautiful stands of rushes. Height: 200cm (78). Spread: 45cm (18). Planting depth: Zones 2 and 3, 40cm (16) below water level. Note: As plant size varies with the seasons, we list by pot size instead of a fixed size. The plant's height and spread will depend on the season, so the images provided serve as a general reference only.