The bulrush is a hardy perennial plant that produces fibrous roots that make it great for land cover. It is native to North America and is part of the grass family. It is predominantly found in Newfoundland, Manitoba, and the northeast and mid-west regions of the United States. An aggressive grower is hard to contain in a manicured lawn environment. It is durable and often used in ground restoration projects such as wetlands and soggy areas with erosion problems.
Bulrush Is A Stunning Green
The culm of the bulrush plant flourishes to produce an abundant number of umbels at the end of its long blades. These culms are the above-ground stems resembling a stalk, usually olive-green. The umbels become fertile in summer and top the plant in a brownish-gold wheat-colored cluster.
Appearance Of Bulrush
The clusters are composed of small spikelets. The spikelets mature during autumn and turn dark chocolate brown, which then appear to look like starry clusters. The many displayed seeds last until the end of the fruiting season, which runs from July through August.
The Growth Of The Bulrush
At maturity, the plant can grow to an average of 3 to 5 feet. Also, they can have a 2 to 4-foot spread. It prefers cooler, crisper air to grow in the spring and fall seasons. After harvest, the regrowth rate is slow. It has a lengthy lifespan but has a low tolerance to drought conditions. It adapts well to fine and medium-textured soils and requires a pH of 4.0 to 8.0. It grows and develops well in wet, moist soil types. It thrives in wetland areas, marshes, bogs, swamp lands, and flood plains. It grows along the sides of creek beds and rivers. It is a durable plant but does not grow well in shade. The Green Bulrush has been valuable in restoration projects and erosion control.