Description
Wool Grass (Scirpus cyperinus), also known as Woolgrass Bulrush, is a tall and striking native wetland plant commonly found in marshes, wet meadows, and along pond and stream edges throughout eastern and central North America. Despite its name, it is not a true grass but a bulrush with strong upright stems and distinctive seed heads.
In mid to late summer, the plant produces large, fluffy clusters of brown spikelets that give the plant its characteristic “woolly” appearance. These unique seed heads add texture and seasonal interest to wetland landscapes.
Wool Grass thrives in full sun and prefers moist to wet soils, often growing in marshes, wet prairies, and rain gardens. Its dense root system helps stabilize wet soils, filter runoff, and provide valuable habitat for birds, insects, and other wetland wildlife.
