Prefers water depth of 6 inches or less. Species does not tolerate extended
inundation but does tolerate some fluctuation. Tolerates standing water in the
spring and early summer.
Wildlife Value
Provides food for sora and yellow rails, swamp and tree sparrow, snipe and
other songbirds.
Application/Zone
Used in upper shoreline zones, for streambank stabilization, and in vegetated
swales.
Availability, Establishment, and Maintenance
Seeds, rootstock, and whole plants are available.
Readily established by seed. Seeds can be stratified by either late fall
planting for overwintering or cold, dry storage.
Seed should remain close to the soil surface because they need light for
germination.
Transplants or small clumps should be planted from early spring to June
15.
Transplants should be planted on 0.5-1.5 foot centers because of slow rate
of spread.
