Sweet galingale Cyperus longus has dark green grass-like pendulous foliage with reddish-bronze spikelets during the height of summer. Commonly known as Sweet galingale, this evergreen plant makes good cover for wildlife in large ponds or lakes. Position: Full sun to part shadePlanting depth: Grows in water to 20cm (8’’) below water level.Growth rate: FastFlowering Period: August to OctoberHardiness: HardySize: Height: 120cm (48") Spread: 100cm (40")+ Aquatic pot and compost variations Aquatic plants come in a variety of pot and compost variations that have different benefits for planting and growing. Mesh Pot (Aquatic Compost)Pot can be removed and plant can be planted directly into soil or margins above or below the water line. Pot and plant can also be placed directly into water to be container grown, but will still need repotting in time. Pot (Aquatic Compost)Pot must be removed and plant should be planted directly into soil or margins above or below the water line. Pot (Regular Compost)Pot must be removed and plant should be planted directly into soil or margins above the water line. Cannot be planted directly into soil below the water line.