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In spring the new leaves emerge whiter than white, gradually acquiring their thin green margins which deepen with age. Showy flowers of red-brown and jet black. Best in a container.

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Sedge. In spring the new leaves emerge whiter than white, gradually acquiring their thin green margins which deepen with age. Showy flowers of red-brown and jet black. Best in a container. Max Height 60cm. Flowers April to June. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.

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Carex

Species

riparia

Varietry

'Variegata'

Common Name

Sedge

Flower Colour

red, brown, black

Soil

Fertile

Aspect

Full sun/partial shade

Foliage

Deciduous

Height

60cm

Family

Cyperaceae

Spread
Growth Speed
Growth Habit

Clump-forming

Fragrance

FALSE

Foliage Colour

white, green

Flowers From

April, June

Colour Fruit
Fruits When
Moisture

Moist

Protection
Hardiness

Hardy

Planting

Water thoroughly before planting

Care

Keep moist in first year

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Container, Pot

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