Bold, strongly rhizomatous bulrush, with dark green culms reaching 6′ + in standing water. Containerize for ornamental ponds. Widespread native and also used for wastewater filtration. Schoenoplectus acutus v. acutus Hardstem Bulrush
Widespread native rhizomatous bulrush with triangular stems to 3’ tall. Found in fresh or brackish marshes, wet habitats. Schoenoplectus americanus Threesquare, American Bulrush
Rhizomatous rush with strong triangular culms to 5′. Fresh or brackish marshes. Schoenoplectus maritimus Basket Rush
Widespread native wetland plant spreading vigorously by rhizomes. Schoenoplectus tabernaemontani Softstem Bulrush
Graceful tufted rush for wet habitats, attractive flowering plumes reaching 4-6’. Creates important egg-laying habitat for amphibians. Excellent for ornamental ponds. Scirpus cyperinus Wool Grass
Common flat-leaved rhizomatous bulrush in wet meadows and shallow water across western and northern North America. An important wildlife plant. Creates egg-laying habitat for amphibians. Scirpus microcarpus Small Fruited Bulrush
Rhizomatous perennial with fleshy, grass-like leaves. Common in tidal marshes and mudflats along the Pacific Coast. Triglochin maritima Seaside Arrowgrass
Widespread native perennial with long, flat leaves, persistent seed spike to 6’ tall, found in all types of shallow water habitats. Provides good cover and food for wildlife, but does tend to take over. Also used for water quality treatment. Typha latifolia Common Cattail