California bulrush

This evergreen perennial grows to 6 feet tall and can be used in the landscape along the edge of a pond for stabilization.

Found along marshes and shoreline in waters up to 1.5 m deep, this plant provides food, cover, and nesting habitat for waterfowl and other birds. In the natural setting, California bulrush buffers wind and wave action, creates bank stabilization, and treats contaminated water.

Native Americans used roots, pollen, and flowering spikes as food. Stems were to make baskets, decoys, and boats.

Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade

Water: Moderate, High

Soil: Clay, Loam, Sand

Other: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Birds, Deer Resistant