This is a common wetland species with distinctive globoid flower heads that turn reddish brown as seeds mature. It would make a nice addition to ponds and rain gardens, though it can make loose colonies as it spreads by rhizome.
Uses: Rain gardens, cover for wildlife
Bloom time: July - October
Height: 2 to 3 feet
Space: 1.5 to 2.5 feet
Sun: Full sun to light shade
Moisture: Moist to wet
Seed: Sow in early spring or late fall. The tiny seeds need sunlight to germinate, so don't bury them.
- ~200 seeds per packet
- 2,602,000 seeds per ounce
