woolgrass
woolgrass heads
Woolgrass
Scirpus cyperinus
Duration
Perennial
Plant Type
Rush

Also known as Cottongrass Bulrush or "Teddy-bear paws."  This is a densely-tufted, clumping rush that can be found in our wetlands.  Many brown, woolly bristles surround its nutlets giving a fuzzy appearance.  Good for moist gardens and alongside ponds.  Woolgrass is the host plant for the Dion Skipper butterfly and provides food for waterfowl.

Available
No
Height
3-6 feet
Spread
1-2 feet
Bloom Season
Mid Summer - Mid Fall
Flower Colors
Brown,  Green
Sun Tolerance
fullsun
Soil Tolerance
Moist,  Poorly drained
Features
Image
butterfly friendly
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bird friendly
QR
https://db.linpi.org/sccy https://db.linpi.org/sccy
Code
SCCY