Common
name: "Common Cattail"
Latin name: Typha latifolia
Native
to: North America
Zone: 3 - 11
Winter hardy: Yes
Water depth: 1" - 6"
Pond size: Large
Flowers: Yes, brown
Height: 48" - 60"
Spread: 48" - 60"
Pests: Aphids
Sunshine:
Pictured: Typha
latifolia
Photo:
Missouri Botanic Gardens
Cultural
information: Even if your new to water
gardening... your familiar with this plant.... the "Common Cattail". They can be found at nearly any pond, lake, or slow
moving stream.
Preferably set plants directly in a large pond. Their roots can
be very sharp and pointy... so take care not to puncture your
liner. "Common Cattail" may also be grown in large
baskets at a maximum depth of 6". Remove dead or dying
foliage in the fall.
