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.
Carex riparia ‘Variegata’
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.
Category: Grasses and Sedges
Additional information
Generic | Carex |
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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 |
Border | Container, Pot |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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