branched bur reed

How to Grow and Care for branched bur reed

branched bur reed · Sparganium erectum
Also known as: Bede sedge; common bur reed; knob sedge

Grow in a shallow pool margin, to 45cm deep, in full sun or partial shade. Can spread indefinitely if not checked

Watering: Roots fully submerged in shallow fresh water all growing season longSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing branched bur reed

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Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleRoots fully submerged in shallow fresh water all growing season long
Sunlight requirementsFull sun · Partial shade
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Soil typeClay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moisturePoorly drained
FertilizingAquatic plant diluted liquid feed monthly spring through mid summer
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Grow in a shallow pool margin, to 45cm deep, in full sun or partial shade. Can spread indefinitely if not checked

How to Water branched bur reed?

Roots fully submerged in shallow fresh water all growing season long

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for branched bur reed?

Full sun · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for branched bur reed?

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What Soil Is Best for branched bur reed?

Soil type
Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for branched bur reed?

Poorly drained

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How to Fertilize branched bur reed?

Aquatic plant diluted liquid feed monthly spring through mid summer

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How to Prune branched bur reed?

Cut back old leaves and stems in spring

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How to Propagate branched bur reed?

Propagate by seed sown at 15°C as soon as ripe, or by division in spring

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How to Transplant branched bur reed?

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How to Care for branched bur reed in Winter?

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How to Plant branched bur reed?

Grow in a shallow pool margin, to 45cm deep, in full sun or partial shade. Can spread indefinitely if not checked

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How to Repot branched bur reed?

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How to Harvest branched bur reed?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally trouble free

Pests

Generally trouble free

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The Toxicity of branched bur reed

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Attributes of branched bur reed

Plant typeAquatic
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
FoliageSemi evergreen
HabitBushy
OriginEurasia

Scientific Classification

Species
Sparganium erectum
Genus
Sparganium
Family
Typhaceae
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