How to prune common club-rush

Late autumn to early spring for cut-back; deadhead in summer to autumn if limiting spread. Cut all stems to water level or just above the soil/gravel in the planting basket using loppers or sturdy shears. For spread control, lift and divide clumps in spring, replanting only what is needed.

Annual cut-back in late autumn or early spring; divide every 2–3 years if spreading excessively. Common Club-rush (Bulrush) is a tall marginal aquatic needing minimal pruning. Cut back dead stems in late autumn or early spring to keep the planting tidy and allow fresh growth to emerge. Remove spent seed heads if you wish to limit self-seeding. Rhizome spread may need periodic control.

Cut all stems to water level or just above the soil/gravel in the planting basket using loppers or sturdy shears. For spread control, lift and divide clumps in spring, replanting only what is needed.