Sparganium erectum - P9

Description
With its medium green leaves, the Branched bur reed (Sparganium erectum) is an extremely decorative aquatic plant that is particularly suitable for areas such as tubs, pond edges and ponds. Green-brown flowers appear from June to July. It prefers humusy, calcareous, nutrient-rich soil in a sunny to semi-shady position. The upright, runner-forming plant usually reaches a height of approx. 90 cm.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Sparganium ramosum.

Bulletpoints
* easy to care for * decorative flowers

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Branched bur reeds are medium green, linear.

Spread
Europe to North Africa.

Growth
Upright, stoloniferous.

Water depth
20 - 50 cm

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Planting partner
The Branched bur reed sets beautiful accents together with: Bulrush, cattail.

Tasks
- Pruning: In the period from February to March.

Flower
The green-brown, ball-shaped flowers appear from June to July.

Use
Tub, pond edge, pond