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Schoenus pauciflorus

Schoenus pauciflorus

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Bog Rush, Tussock Sedge Grass, Schoenus pauciflorus

Schoenus pauciflorus, commonly known as Bog Rush, is a NZ native sedge. It features dark brown, fine, grass like foliage, and grows as a clump to about 1 m tall and the same wide. This tussock performs best when grown in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site that does not dry out. Schoenus pauciflorus is commonly used in riparian plantings, revegetation and erosion control projects, or mass planted on a bank or the like.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Grasses
Height:	1.00 m
Spread:	1.00 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses:	Banks, Borders, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Bog Rush, Tussock Sedge Grass, Schoenus pauciflorus
Sku	15312

Schoenus pauciflorus Details

Schoenus pauciflorus, commonly known as Bog Rush, is a NZ native sedge. It features dark brown, fine, grass like foliage, and grows as a clump to about 1 m tall and the same wide. This tussock performs best when grown in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site that does not dry out. It is a tough plant that will tolerate coastal conditions, wind, frost, cool climates, and swamp conditions. Schoenus pauciflorus is commonly used in riparian plantings, revegetation and erosion control projects, or mass planted on a bank or the like.

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