Common
name: "Spike Rush"
Latin name: Eleocharis acicularis
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Native
to: Europe
Zone: 5 - 8
Winter hardy: Yes
Water depth: 4" - 12"
Flowers: Insignificant
Height: 12"
Spread: 18" - 24"
Pests: Rare
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Cultural
information: "Spike Rush" is a true
Rush. It oxygenates the water as it creeps along the bottom
creating an underwater lawn... of sorts.
Plant in all sizes of ponds by dropping weighted plants
directly into the pool in full sun to partial shade. Thin plants every few years... or as
needed.