Typha capensis
CAPE BULRUSH
Typhaceae

 
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Plant type: semi-herbaceous rhizomatous rush

Hardiness zones: 9-13

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: aquatic

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: moderate wind, light frost
2m
Plant habit
 
0.5m

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Origins: Southern Africa

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Typha capensis
CAPE BULRUSH
Typhaceae

 

Photo coming
  Plant type: semi-herbaceous rhizomatous rush

Hardiness zones: 9-13

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: aquatic

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: moderate wind, light frost
2m
Plant habit
 
0.5m

FEATURES

Flowers: brown

Flowering Time: early summer to late summer


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits tropical, mediterranean & oriental designs

Uses: mass planting, soil binding

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average



HAZARDS

Weed Potential: aquatic areas






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