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Eleocharis obtusa - Blunt Spikerush

Blunt Spikerush

Eleocharis obtusa

  • A clumping rush with slender dark green cylindrical stems
  • Each stem is topped with a small dark brown oblong flower spike
  • Small narrow leaves are sometimes present near the base of the plant
  • This is an annual that freely reseeds
  • Bloom Time: June to August

ZONE:
5

COLOUR:
Brown

HEIGHT:
20-40 cm

SPREAD:
20-25 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Thrives in wetlands, bogs, and pond areas in full sun to partial shade.  

Additional Notes about Blunt Spikerush:

 Native to Ontario 

Eleocharis is not a grass; it is a rush.

Characteristics & Attributes

Full Sun
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Partial Sun/Shade
Attracts Birds
Attracts Birds
Low Maintenance
Low Maintenance
Native to Ontario
Native to Ontario
Bog or water garden
Bog or water garden
SOIL MOISTURE:
Moist to Wet Soils
Wetland (Root submerged)
GROWTH RATE:
Medium
FLOWERING TIME:
Summer
Lt. Spr-Sum
HABIT:
Upright
Vase-shape
FOLIAGE COLOR:
Green (dark)
LANDSCAPE USES:
Naturalizing
Woodland/woods edge