| Common Name | Broadleaf Cattail |
| Family | Typhaceae |
| Genus | Typha |
| Species | Latifolia |
| Origin | Northern Hemisphere |
| Blooming | Summer to early autumn, male flowers above female |
| Leaf Color | Emerald green to grey-green |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Heavy clay loam or submerged in standing water (15-20cm depth)
Water-loving plant, requires constant saturation or standing water, do not allow soil to dry out completely
Full sun essential for flowering and growth; intolerant to deep shade
Apply slow-release aquatic fertilizer in spring during planting season
Cut back dead foliage in late autumn or early spring before new growth
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