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Butomus umbellatus
Received 3 young plants, only visible element the soil. Planted and submerged in my pond, I am waiting for spring to give an opinion. Thank you for the label mentioning "dormant period, bud emergence in spring) to be continued.
Josée, 15/11/2021
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Butomus umbellatus, the flowering rush, is a perennial aquatic plant, liking shallow water. The clumps of stiff, linear, deciduous stems are accompanied by umbels of fragrant white to pink or light red flowers. It is an ideal perennial for heavy, wet or marshy soil, at the edge of water. It brings a touch of beauty to aquatic scenes in summer.
The flowering rush is a species of perennial herbaceous aquatic plants in the family Butomaceae. It is found on river banks, in wet places, reed beds, river banks and ditches in temperate zones of Europe and Asia. Reaching a height of 100 to 120 cm (39 to 47in), with a spread of 60 cm (24in), this rush has a habit of clumps of stiff, medium green, bronze stems when young. In summer, the tall floral stems display fragrant umbels, about 10 cm (4in) wide, composed of around thirty pink corollas with a stigma and nine carmine stamens. They are sometimes partially hidden by the foliage. The narrow and twisted deciduous leaves are very sharp and angular. The plant spreads by rhizomes producing small tubers in summer.
Butomus umbellatus requires rich soil and a sunny position. If it is happy, it can quickly form a beautiful clump. This plant is hardy, tolerating temperatures below -15°C (5°F), it only dislikes extreme frosts and can be immersed in water to a depth up to -20 cm (1in). It is entirely possible to grow it in a pot.
The flowering rush is protected in several regions of France, including Nord-Pas-de-Calais. It is also protected in Algeria. This plant is considered an invasive species in North America where it was introduced in 1897.
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Butomus umbellatus requires rich soil and a sunny exposure. If it is happy, it can quickly form a beautiful clump. Plant the flowering rush in regular soil, in water to a depth up to -20 cm (1in). This plant is hardy to -15°C (5°F), and only dislikes extreme frosts. If you cultivate it in a pot, which is entirely possible, divide it regularly to ensure beautiful flowers. Self seeding is also very common as the seeds of the flowering rush float in water and then sink and root.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.