Schoenoplectus

New Zealand’s Best Schoenoplectus Plants

Adding NZ-native grass plants to your garden delivers a vast range of benefits:

• They provide a habitat and shelter for native fauna
• Greater biodiversity is created
• Children can learn the plants and become more involved with nature
• These plants will bring you pleasure for many years to come

We have the largest variety of Schoenoplectus grasses, and the right one for your space. Many of these amazing plants have been grown from eco-sourced seed and then multiplied in our nursery. They are thriving and ready for their new home. We stock only the highest quality plants, with each plant packed and transported with extreme care to ensure it arrives to you in the same condition it was in when it left the nursery. If you are wanting to buy Schoenoplectus, shop with confidence from the best in the industry.

Common questions about growing Schoenoplectus

1. How to grow Schoenoplectus

Schoenoplectus, also known as bulrush or tule, is a genus of about 40 species of flowering plants in the sedge family Cyperaceae. They are found in a variety of habitats, including freshwater marshes, swamps, bogs, and along the edges of ponds and lakes. Schoenoplectus plants are typically characterized by their tall, slender stems with narrow, strap-like leaves. They produce small, greenish-brown flowers in spikes or clusters at the ends of the stems.

Here are some tips on how to grow Schoenoplectus:

1. Choose the right location: Schoenoplectus plants prefer full sun to partial shade and moist to wet soil. They can be grown in containers or directly in the ground. If you are planting them in the ground, choose a location that is close to a water source, such as a pond or lake.

2. Prepare the soil: Plants prefer a heavy, clay-based soil that is rich in organic matter. If your soil is not heavy enough, you can add some compost or other organic matter to improve drainage.

3. Plant the rhizomes: Schoenoplectus plants are typically propagated by rhizomes, which are underground stems that produce new plants. To plant the rhizomes, dig a hole that is large enough to accommodate the rhizome and its roots. Plant the rhizome at the same depth it was growing in its previous location.

4. Water regularly: Schoenoplectus plants need to be watered regularly, especially during the first few weeks after planting. Once the plants are established, they can tolerate some drought, but they will still need to be watered regularly during the hot summer months.

5. Fertilize occasionally: They are not heavy feeders, but they will benefit from an occasional application of fertilizer.

With proper care, Schoenoplectus plants can thrive for many years. They are an excellent choice for adding texture and interest to ponds, lakes, and other water features.