Sedge. Mat-forming with dense tufts of reddish brown leaves. Red-brown flower spikes borne just above the leaves. Max Height 10cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers May to September. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Carex berggrenii
Mat-forming with dense tufts of reddish brown leaves. Red-brown flower spikes borne just above the leaves.
Additional information
| Generic | Carex |
|---|---|
| Species | berggrenii |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Sedge |
| Flower Colour | brown, red |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 10cm |
| Family | Cyperaceae |
| Spread | 20cm |
| Growth Speed | Slow |
| Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | brown, red |
| Flowers From | May, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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