Broadleaf Cattail Seeds – Wetland

Broadleaf Cattail is a hardy aquatic perennial plant that thrives in wetlands, ponds, and marshy areas. Known for its tall, graceful stalks and distinctive cylindrical flower spikes, it serves as an excellent addition to natural landscapes, water gardens, and ecological restoration projects. The plant helps support wildlife and improve water quality by filtering excess nutrients from the soil.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Type: Perennial aquatic plant

• Variety: Broadleaf Cattail (Typha latifolia)

• Growth Habit: Upright, clumping with tall green stalks

• Maturity: 90–120 days from germination

• Growing Season: Spring to early fall

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–10

• Sowing Months:

  • Zones 3–6: March–May

  • Zones 7–10: February–April

• Light Requirements: Full sun

• Soil Requirements: Moist, loamy, or wet soil; thrives in shallow water

• Watering: Requires consistent moisture or partial submersion

• Plant Height: 5–9 feet at maturity

• Spacing: 18–24 inches apart

• Uses: Wetland restoration, pond landscaping, natural water filtration, and wildlife habitats