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Giant Bur-reed

Sparganium eurycarpum, Typhaceae

Zones
3–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

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

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Greater SpearwortRanunculus lingua
Wind ProtectionPollinator Sharing
Northern Water PlantainAlisma triviale
Wind ProtectionPhysical Support

Antagonistic Plants

American Bur-reedSparganium americanum

Two bur-reed species compete for the same wetland habitat and resources

American MannagrassGlyceria grandis

Both large graminoids compete for similar rooting space and light resources in wetland margins

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationErosion ControlWildlife HabitatConstructed Wetland ComponentBiomass Production

Edible Parts

SeedsRoots

Common Questions

What zones does Giant Bur-reed grow in?

Giant Bur-reed grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Giant Bur-reed?

Good companions for Giant Bur-reed include Greater Spearwort, Northern Water Plantain.

Design guilds with Giant Bur-reed and see companion relationships visually.

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