American Bur-Reed
Botanical Name:
Sparganium americanum- An emergent aquatic
- Long lance-shaped green leaves
- Unique flowers and seedheads
- Lime-green burr-like or mace-like balls become white flowers
- Spiked green seed heads become brown with age
- Bloom Time: June to August
Hardiness Zone
3
Flower Colour
- White
Height
90 cm-125 cm
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American Bur-Reed
Exposure
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
- Aquatic (submerged)
Foliage Colour
- Green
Attributes
- Native to Ontario
Flowering Time
- Spring
Garden Uses
- Bog or water garden
- Naturalizing
Additional Details
Growing Tips & Maintenace
- Often found growing with cattails and amongst bulrushes, this plant provides food and habitat for wildlife. It grows in shallow water or flooded soils in full sun to partial shade.
Additional Notes
- Native to Ontario
Size: PL50
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