Cattail Seeds (Typha Latifolia) Broadleaf Cattail Perennial Fast-Growing for Ponds

Cattail Seeds (Typha Latifolia) bring a touch of nature’s beauty and balance to your pond or wetland garden. This fast-growing aquatic perennial produces tall green leaves and iconic brown flower spikes that not only enhance visual appeal but also promote a healthy ecosystem.

Cattails act as natural water purifiers, supporting beneficial wildlife and providing erosion control along pond edges. Whether you’re designing a backyard pond or restoring a natural wetland, these hardy, low-maintenance plants thrive with minimal care.

Features:

• Fast-growing perennial aquatic plant

• Broad green leaves and signature brown flower spikes

• Ideal for ponds, water gardens, and wetland landscapes

• Provides natural water filtration and erosion control

• Supports and attracts pond wildlife

• Non-GMO and easy to grow

Specifications:

Botanical Name: Typha Latifolia

Common Name: Broadleaf Cattail

Plant Type: Perennial aquatic plant

Height: Up to 8 feet (2.5 m)

Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

Soil Type: Moist, loamy, or clay-rich soil

Water Needs: High; thrives in shallow ponds or wet soil

Germination Time: 2–4 weeks

Hardiness Zones: 3–10

Planting Season: Spring or early summer

Growth Rate: Fast

Maintenance: Low

GMO Status: Non-GMO