Butomus Umbellatus Flowering Rush

Butomus Umbellatus | Flowering Rush

Butomus Umbellatus, also known as the Flowering Rush, has pretty pink flowers in umbels which rise above the triangular leaves, turning from red to dark green as they mature. The roots of a Flowering Rush used to be crushed and used as food in northern Asia. Little maintenance is required. Trim Butomus Umbellatus just above the water surface after foliage has died back in Autumn to tidy

Marginal plants are great for ponds, and will add colour, interest and wildlife habitat to your garden. Marginal pond plants like Butomus Umbellatus, the Flowering Rush, make a wonderful and easy addition to any garden pond edge.

Where do you plant marginal pond plants?
Marginal Pond Plants, such as the Butomus Umbellatus – Flowering Rush, can be placed in the shallow areas of a pond. This is usually around the edges, or margin, of the pond. Certain types of marginal pond plants can be planted out of the pond water in damp ground, ideal for a bog garden or water garden display.

For a guide to planting and maintaining marginal plants please click here.

Features
Max. Height: 60-100cm
Growth Rate: Fast
Type: Freshwater Pond Marginal
Flowers: June – August
Position: Full sun
Planting Depth: 3-25cm

Please note: photo is for illustrative purposes and depending on time of year and growth rate may not reflect exactly what you receive. Pond Plants are shipped directly from the grower and are subject to a one-off £5.99 delivery surcharge regardless or order size/value. Please allow 3-10 working days for delivery on average.