
Roundhead bulrush
Scirpoides holoschoenus
Roundhead bulrush is a robust sedge that thrives in moist to wet conditions, making it an excellent choice for rain gardens, pond margins, or boggy areas. It prefers full sun to partial shade and requires little care beyond ensuring consistent moisture. Its spherical flowerheads provide interesting texture and support wetland wildlife.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Keep Consistently Moist; Water Every 3-5 Days Or Grow In Wet Conditions • Water Generously; Tolerates Standing Water And Boggy Soil
Soil pH
7 – 7.5
Temperature
-20° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken May 11, 2022 by Renaud Brochiero (cc-by-sa)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.