A marginal rush prized for its upright cylindrical stems banded horizontally with cream and green. A striking vertical accent for pond edges and bog gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Aquatic plant
- Mature size: 1.2 m H × 60 cm W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: wet or boggy ground
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Zebra Rush
Schoenoplectus tabernaemontani 'Zebrinus' is an moderate-growing aquatic plant in the Cyperaceae family. It reaches around 1.2 m tall and 60 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen and variegated foliage.
Where to grow Zebra Rush
Zebra Rush suits subtropical, warm-temperate and cool-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Zebra Rush does best in clay soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Zebra Rush is wet or boggy ground. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Zebra Rush in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Zebra Rush in the garden
Zebra Rush earns its place for a feature or specimen planting, pots and courtyard containers and holding soil on banks and slopes. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Zebra Rush with other plants that enjoy the same wet or boggy ground and subtropical climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Buying Zebra Rush
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