Petrie’s Brown Sedge. Densely tufted evergreen clumps with neat arching leaves of chocolate-brown and black flowers. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers May to September. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Carex petriei
Densely tufted evergreen clumps with neat arching leaves of chocolate-brown and black flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Carex |
|---|---|
| Species | petriei |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Petrie's Brown Sedge |
| Flower Colour | black |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 30cm |
| Family | Cyperaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | brown |
| Flowers From | May, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Woodland |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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