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Flowering Rush

Butomus umbellatus, Butomaceae

Zones
3–7
Layer
Aquatic
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

High

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Rabbit-Ear IrisIris laevigata
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Water PlantainAlisma plantago-aquatica
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Common Mares TailHippuris vulgaris

Both emergent aquatic plants compete for optimal shallow water positioning and root space

Uses

Functions

OrnamentalWater Filtration

Common Questions

What zones does Flowering Rush grow in?

Flowering Rush grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 7.

What are good companion plants for Flowering Rush?

Good companions for Flowering Rush include Rabbit-Ear Iris, Water Plantain.

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