Hardstem Bulrush

Schoenoplectus acutus, Cyperaceae

Zones

3–10

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

High (established)High (fruiting)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

American JointvetchAeschynomene americana

Nitrogen Fixation

Hare's-tail CottongrassEriophorum vaginatum

Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Square-stemmed Spike RushEleocharis quadrangulata

Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Variegated Water LilyNuphar variegata

Beneficial Insect HabitatNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Great BulrushScirpus validus

Both large bulrush species compete for similar wetland habitats and growing conditions

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationErosion ControlWildlife HabitatBiomass ProductionConstructed Wetland Component

Edible Parts

RootsSeeds

Medicinal Uses

DiureticWound Healing

Common Questions

What zones does Hardstem Bulrush grow in?

Hardstem Bulrush grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Hardstem Bulrush?

Good companions for Hardstem Bulrush include American Jointvetch, Hare's-tail Cottongrass, Square-stemmed Spike Rush, Variegated Water Lily.

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