Slender-tufted sedge
The Highlights
- A tall, slender tufted sedge which grows in rivers, streams and lakes throughout the British Isles
- Spiked bearing soft brown flowers appear in late spring and summer
- Brings natural height, texture and colour to your pond
- A very hardy perennial plant with no pests or diseases
- This native species is highly beneficial in a wildlife garden, providing shelte and perching places for insects like damselflies
The Highlights
- A tall, slender tufted sedge which grows in rivers, streams and lakes throughout the British Isles
- Spiked bearing soft brown flowers appear in late spring and summer
- Brings natural height, texture and colour to your pond
- A very hardy perennial plant with no pests or diseases
- This native species is highly beneficial in a wildlife garden, providing shelte and perching places for insects like damselflies
Care Guide
Pest and disease free
This plant is untroubled by pests and diseases. MORE
Keep well watered
Needs a permanently wet soil - do not allow soil to dry out, watering well if planted in a border.
Full sun to partial shade
Grows best in full sun but will be fine with some partial shade
Moist, well drained soil
Any permanently moist or waterlogged soil - loam is ideal.
Feeding not required
No need to feed - this plant gets all the nutrients it needs from pond water or soil. ?v=1613300718
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Planting Calendar
- Best time to plant
- Harvest
- Flower