Additional information
Main characteristics | Schoenoplectus lacustris is a marsh plant consisting of a large rhizome from which tall, bright green, cylindrical stems sprout |
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Inflorescences | In summer, brown spiked inflorescences appear |
Flowering period | June – September |
Plant uses | Schoenoplectus lacustris is very useful for the phyto-purification of water in ponds and natural pools |
Edibility | The rhizomes can be dried and used as flour. The tips of the rhizomes are crunchy and sweet, to be eaten raw. The young buds in spring are also edible |
Planting depth | From 0 to -20 cm of depth |
Plant height | Up to 180 cm |
Recommended basket | Micro-perforated square basket 28×28 or 35×35 cm based on available space |
Soil to use | Field soil with 2/3 tablets of Osmocote fertilizer near the rhizome |
Exposure | Full direct sun for at least 6 hours in the middle hours of the day |
PH tolerated | Acidic, neutral or basic (alkaline): 6.5 to 8 |
Frost Resistance | Yes, it withstands very cold temperatures |
Origin | Native plant of Europe |
Shipped plant | In temporary 10×10 basket |