Scirpus lacustris

£2.50

(Schoenoplectus l.) Great bulrush. Perennial aquatic plant from temperate regions, growing to 3 m (10 ft) high or more. Edible parts include the young roots and rhizomes (cooked), the stem bases (raw or cooked), seeds and young shoots (raw or cooked). The stems can be used for baskets, mats etc. A water purifier and good fowl fodder which also prevents erosion. Likes sun and water or at least wet soil! Hardy to -25°C. Stratification: ND. Number of seeds: 100.

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(Schoenoplectus l.) Great bulrush. Perennial aquatic plant from temperate regions, growing to 3 m (10 ft) high or more. Edible parts include the young roots and rhizomes (cooked), the stem bases (raw or cooked), seeds and young shoots (raw or cooked). The stems can be used for baskets, mats etc. A water purifier and good fowl fodder which also prevents erosion. Likes sun and water or at least wet soil! Hardy to -25°C. Stratification: ND