Narrow Leaved Cattail Ornamental Grasses Description
Narrow Leaved Cattail is an elegant and striking ornamental grass, well suited to wetland, waterside, or boggy garden settings. Known for its slender, upright leaves and distinctive brown cylindrical flower spikes, this plant adds vertical interest and texture to any garden. The tall, narrow leaves create a dense, lush green backdrop in the growing season, while the unique flower heads, green at first, later turning brown, provide eye catching seasonal contrast.
Typically growing to 1.5 to 2 metres (5 to 6 feet) in height, Narrow Leaved Cattail is perfect for adding height and structure to damp borders, pond edges, or naturalistic water features. It thrives in moist soil or shallow water, making it ideal for planting near water bodies, such as ponds, lakes, or streams. The plant can tolerate a variety of soil types, from clay to loamy, and even heavy wet soils, making it an excellent choice for wetland gardens or areas prone to flooding.
Pruning Advice
Cutting Back in Winter: In late autumn or early winter, after the plant has finished flowering, it is advisable to cut back the dead stems and foliage to ground level. This helps maintain its appearance and prepares it for new growth in spring.
General Maintenance: Throughout the growing season, remove any damaged or yellowing leaves to keep the plant looking tidy and healthy. Be careful not to cut back the flowering spikes prematurely, as they provide visual interest until the end of the season.
Control Spread: Narrow Leaved Cattail can spread aggressively by rhizomes in wet conditions, so if necessary, divide the plant every few years to prevent it from taking over and to keep it in check.
Further Information
Height and Drama: The tall, upright habit of Narrow Leaved Cattail adds dramatic vertical interest to gardens, making it ideal for accenting water features or creating a striking backdrop in a border.
Unique Aesthetic: The distinctive brown flower spikes, which appear in late spring and early summer, add seasonal interest and contrast with the green foliage. The flowering heads also provide a unique texture in dried arrangements.
Wildlife Friendly: The plant attracts wildlife, including birds, insects, and small mammals. The seeds can provide food for certain bird species, and the dense foliage offers shelter for small creatures.
Low Maintenance: Once established, Narrow Leaved Cattail is relatively low maintenance. It is tolerant of wet conditions and can handle a range of soil types, requiring minimal care aside from occasional pruning.
Delivery & Returns
Free delivery is available on most orders (except Premium Products) providing they meet the minimum spend criteria for the size of box or pallet. Pallet deliveries and large box deliveries for tall plants are indicated by icons on the product table listings. Delivery costs and minimum order details for each packaging type are as follows:
* Standard Sized Boxes (Bare root up to 1.2m tall & pots up to 7.5L) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £100 | or £7.99 charge.
* Tall Sized Boxes (Bare roots 1.2m & over) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £100 | or £14.99 charge.
* Pallets (Root balls, large pots 10L+, trees etc | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £350 | or £60 charge.
* Pleached Trees (Specialist Delivery) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £1500 | or £450 charge.
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