Bur-reed - Sparganium americanum

Common Name: Bur-reed Botanical Name: Sparganium americanum Category: Grasses Flower Color: Green Bloom Time: Summer Soil Conditions: Wet, Peaty, Moist Exposure/Light Requirements: Partial Sun/Partial Shade, Full Sun Height: 1-3 feet Wildlife: Birds, Turtles
Description: This bur-reed is found on muddy shores, ponds and shallow waters. The flowers are ball-shaped heads that are arranged on a twisted stalk. Leaves are very narrow grass-like blades. Likes full sun. Blooms in summer. Flowers are green and bur-like.
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