Cyperus Alternifolius Umbrella Plant

Cyperus Alternifolius – Umbrella Plant

Cyperus Alternifolius, also known as the Umbrella Plant, is so called because of the shape of its umbels of grassy spikelets. It makes a popular house plant and is excellent for those who overwater their house plants, as you can’t with this one. Protect from frost in winter. Place inside, keep moist with as much light as possible. Makes an excellent conservatory plant.

Marginal plants are great for ponds, and will add colour, interest and wildlife habitat to your garden. Marginal pond plants like Cyperus Alternifolius, Umbrella Plant, make a wonderful and easy addition to any garden pond edge.

Where do you plant marginal pond plants?
Marginal Pond Plants, such as the Cyperus Alternifolius – Umbrella Plant 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: 100-200cm
Growth Rate: Medium
Type: Freshwater Pond Marginal
Flowers: July – August
Position: Full sun
Planting Depth: 0-5cm

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.