Cyperus alternifolius ~ Umbrella Palm Size:3 GALLON 3PK Male flowers quickly disperse after

Male flowers quickly disperse after bloom leaving naked stalk tips

Photos by Patrick Standish

Its serrated dark green leaves have no fall color

and powdery mildew

The bottlebrush-like spikes densely packed with fragrant white flowers bloom through spring

Cyperus alternifolius ~ Umbrella Palm Size:3 GALLON 3PK Male flowers quickly disperse afterUmbrella Palm is a aquatic perennial with tall stems and grass like brackets at the tip forming an umbrella. A fast grower that may flop if becomes to tall and take root it spreads easy so it is best planted in a container. Grows best in full sun with moist to standing water and rich soils. Will die back if exposed to frost. Type: Perennial Height: 2 6 Spread: 2 3 Spacing: 2 USDA Hardiness Zone: 7 11 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: N A Season