Sedge. Broad , finely tapered green leaves beautifully margined with cream, gently arching upwards. Green and brown flower spikes. Max Height 80cm. Max Spread 1m. Flowers April to June. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Carex morrowii ‘Fisher’s Form’
Broad , finely tapered green leaves beautifully margined with cream, gently arching upwards. Green and brown flower spikes.
Category: Grasses and Sedges
Additional information
Generic | Carex |
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Species | morrowii |
Varietry | 'Fisher's Form' |
Common Name | Sedge |
Flower Colour | brown, green |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 80cm |
Family | Cyperaceae |
Spread | 1m |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green, cream |
Flowers From | April, June |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Border, Rock garden |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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