How to prune typha angustifolia

Late winter to early spring, just before new growth emerges. Use loppers to cut all stems to 10–15 cm above the waterline. Clear all cut material immediately. Manage rhizome spread by planting in an aquatic basket or inserting a root barrier around the planting zone.

Annually (late winter cutback is essential). Narrow-leaved cattail requires the same annual management as common bulrush. Cut all stems back hard to 10–15 cm above the waterline in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Remove cut material from the water. Without annual cutback it spreads vigorously via rhizomes and sheds large quantities of fluffy seed.

Use loppers to cut all stems to 10–15 cm above the waterline. Clear all cut material immediately. Manage rhizome spread by planting in an aquatic basket or inserting a root barrier around the planting zone.