Cyperus alternifolius - P9

Description
The clump-forming plant usually reaches a height of about 1 metre.

Bulletpoints
* Cut flower * decorative flowers

Frost hardiness
Frost-free overwintering at 10 to 15°C is required.

Growth habit
Clump-forming.

Water depth
0 - 10 cm

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Fertilise: Every 2 weeks from April to September - Pruning: In the period from February to March.

Care
Regular watering in summer is particularly important. Morning or evening is the best time for this. Watering should also be done slowly and, if possible, not over the flowers and leaves.

Flower
The brown flowers appear from July to September.

Use
Tub, rock garden, pond, bath, cut, conservatory, pond edge