Scirpus robustus (sturdy or saltmarsh bulrush)

Herbaceous, perennial with triangular stems. Moderate wildlife value. Does well in fluctuating salinity. Flowers from summer through fall.

  • Wetland Indicator Status: OBL (Obligate Wetland)
  • Height Range: 1 – 4 ft.
  • Water Tolerance: Near MHW
  • Light: Full sun
  • Rate of Spread: Rapid
  • Bloom color: Brown
  • Drought tolerance: Low
  • Bloom period: July through October
  • Wildlife Value: Source of food and cover
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