Cyperus Alternifolius | Umbrella Sedge P9
Delivery information
Click and Collect: Please allow up to 24 hours for us to pick and process your order. As soon as we have picked your order we will phone you and arrange a time to collect it.
An Post (Seeds Only) €4.00
A postal fee of €4.00 applies for any seed order. It does not apply to bulbs or seed potatoes or large boxes of wildflower seeds.
Nationwide Shipping Max Weight 27kg (including Northern Ireland) €9.00
This offer applies to most of our products online such as Christmas, plants, gardening, aquatic and pet products. Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed. In this instance, a member of our team will contact you. Our courier company delivers Monday to Friday and not weekends.
Pallet Delivery For Dublin and Parts of Kildare €25.00
If you have ordered compost, furniture that we stock here in Newlands, BBQ or if your order is overweight or bulky, we will personally deliver to Dublin and parts of Co. Kildare or 25Km radius from where we are based.
Pallet Delivery Nationwide €59
(For counties outside of Dublin & Kildare) If your order is overweight or bulky or fragile and your shipping address is not based in Dublin or Kildare then we will ship your order by pallet.
Cyperus alternifolius, commonly known as Umbrella Palm or Umbrella Sedge, is a captivating plant that adds a touch of tropical allure to pond gardens. With its distinctive umbrella-shaped clusters of arching leaves, this plant creates a striking visual display. The lush green foliage and unique growth habit make Cyperus alternifolius a popular choice among water garden enthusiasts.
Why We Like It:
- Imparts a tropical ambiance to pond gardens with its unique umbrella-shaped clusters of leaves.
- Provides natural shade and cover for aquatic creatures, enhancing the ecosystem.
- Thrives in waterlogged conditions, making it well-suited for pond environments.
What to Know:
- Requires full to partial sun exposure for optimal growth.
- Regular watering is necessary to keep the soil consistently moist.
- Pruning is recommended to maintain a tidy appearance and control its spread.
- Can be grown in both submerged and marginal areas of the pond.
- Cold-sensitive; protection or indoor overwintering may be necessary in colder climates.
Height and Spread: When fully grown, Cyperus alternifolius can reach a height of approximately 90-120 centimeters (cm) and has a spread of around 60-90 cm.
