Species Red Bulrush

Red Bulrush

Blysmopsis rufa

Red Bulrush is a perennial wetland herb native to temperate regions of North America. It has oval, light green, basal leaves with short stems and short, egg shaped pods. The red stems are 1 to 3 feet tall, topped with red or orange flowers. This species thrives in moist conditions, and is often found in marshy areas and along shorelines. Red Bulrush will easily spread in a garden and makes an attractive addition to any landscape. Its colorful blooms are quite hardy and last for several months in the summer. Red Bulrush is also a great choice for the water-wise garden, with its strong and vigorous nature.

Watering:

Minimal

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Flowers:

Red|Green/Brown Flowers

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Fruits:

red,brown Fruits Ready In Fall

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Red Bulrush should be watered thoroughly and regularly. It should be watered about 2-3 times a week during the summer and early fall months, with more frequent watering during dry spells. During months of low rainfall amounts, it’s best to increase the frequency to at least 3 times a week. It is also important to avoid overwatering Red Bulrush in order to prevent root rot. Always make sure that the soil has enough time to drain and dry out between watering sessions. Additionally, mulching may help to conserve moisture. During the winter, watering can be reduced and done only when the soil is noticeably dry.

sunlight

Red Bulrush (Blysmopsis rufa) is an aquatic plant that prefers to be in full sunlight for optimal growth and health. It performs best in direct sunlight for at least 4 to 6 hours a day. Depending on the season, this may change. In the summer, when the days are longer, Red Bulrush will benefit from more hours of sunlight. In winter, when the days are shorter, it may only need 4 hours of sunlight a day. In addition to the intensity of the sunlight, factors such as the location and surrounding environment can also influence the amount of sunlight the plant will need.

pruning

Pruning of Red Bulrush (Blysmopsis rufa) should take place in late winter or early spring before the plant begins to produce new growth. Pruning should be limited to removing damaged, diseased, or dead plant material. Do not prune more than 1-third of the plant's total growth. Also, avoid pruning plants too close to the base, as this could result in weakening the plant. Additionally, take care not to prune too deeply into the stems, as this too can weaken the plant.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Blysmopsis rufa (Red Bulrush) typically begins in July and ends in September.

Starts Flowering

Red Bulrush typically starts flowering in June.

Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Blysmopsis rufa (Red Bulrush) typically begins in July and ends in September.