Sedge. Dense clumps of stiff blue-green leaves. Purple-black flower spikes. Max Height 20cm. Max Spread 40cm. Flowers May to August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Carex atrata
Dense clumps of stiff blue-green leaves. Purple-black flower spikes.
Additional information
| Generic | Carex |
|---|---|
| Species | atrata |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Sedge |
| Flower Colour | purple, black |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 20cm |
| Family | Cyperaceae |
| Spread | 40cm |
| Growth Speed | Slow |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | blue, green |
| Flowers From | May, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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