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Great Bulrush

Scirpus validus, Cyperaceae

Zones
3–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Beneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

SpatterdockNuphar advena
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection
Water SmartweedPolygonum amphibium
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect HabitatPhysical Support

Antagonistic Plants

Hardstem BulrushSchoenoplectus acutus

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

Twig RushCladium mariscoides

Large sedge species compete for similar wetland habitats and growing conditions

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationErosion ControlWildlife HabitatConstructed Wetland Plant

Edible Parts

RootsShoots

Common Questions

What zones does Great Bulrush grow in?

Great Bulrush grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Great Bulrush?

Good companions for Great Bulrush include Spatterdock, Water Smartweed.

Design guilds with Great Bulrush and see companion relationships visually.

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