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Beginner
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0.45m
max. spread |
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0.75m
max. height |
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5-10 years
to maturity |
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1 hour care
per year |
Botanical name: Typha minima
Other names: Bulrush, Miniature bulrush
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Genus: Typha
Species: T. minima - T. minima is a dwarf species with long, arching, linear leaves, and dark-brown slender poker heads on erect stems in summer.
Typha minima is: Semi evergreen
Flower: Dark-brown in Summer
Foliage: Green in All seasons
Habit: Clump-forming
Typha minima (Bulrush) will reach a height of 0.75m and a spread of 0.45m after 5-10 years.
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Suggested uses: Aquatic, Bog garden, Low Maintenance, Waterside, Wildflower
Cultivation: Plant in fertile muddy soil in sun to 40 cm under water. Root system may puncture pond liners. This tiny species is ideal for small ponds and even aquatic tubs. Its creeping rhizomes will spread and it is best confined to a basket.
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Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |
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Boggy damp conditions, Moisture-retentive, Pond/In water |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Full Sun |
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| Aspect: |
South, West |
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| Exposure: |
Exposed, Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy (H4) |
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Question from
Georgie
I bought this plant in spring for my small pond. There are no signs of any flowers yet which is disappointing. I see the notes on the plant database say 'time to maturity 5-10 years'. Will I have to wait that long for flowers?
Georgie
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- Replies: 2
- Posted: Mon. 27th July 2009 21:22
- Last reply: Tue. 28th July 2009 15:31
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