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Grass Like
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green White Variegated | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Brown | Green White Variegated | ||
Autumn | Green White Variegated | |||
Winter | Green White Variegated |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or East–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Cyperaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Tufted
- Genus
Carex can be deciduous or evergreen, rhizomatous or tufted perennials, with triangular stems bearing linear or strap-shaped leaves and short or long spikes of tiny green or brown flowers
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade. Excellent summer container plant
Propagation
Propagate by division from mid-spring to early summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
- City and courtyard gardens
- Low Maintenance
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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