Dark-green Bulrush (Scirpus Atrovirens) is a perennial grass in the Cyperaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires very high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Scirpus atrovirens is a perennial sedge native to wetlands of eastern Canada and the United States, commonly found in shores, marshes, swales, ditches, and other open wet places.

Dark-green Bulrush

Dark-green Bulrush

Scirpus Atrovirens

Scirpus atrovirens is a perennial sedge native to wetlands of eastern Canada and the United States, commonly found in shores, marshes, swales, ditches, and other open wet places.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
very high
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:erosion control, habitat provision, water filtration

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Dark-green Bulrush

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Prune
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Repot
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Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Dark-green Bulrush
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Taxonomy

Family:Cyperaceae
Genus:Scirpus