Sedge. Magnificent large clumps of strongly defined green leaves, powdery blue-grey underneath. Distinctive, chunky, hairy brown flower spikes. Max Height 90cm. Max Spread 1m. Flowers May to September. Shaded site. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Carex trifida
Magnificent large clumps of strongly defined green leaves, powdery blue-grey underneath. Distinctive, chunky, hairy brown flower spikes.
Additional information
| Generic | Carex |
|---|---|
| Species | trifida |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Sedge |
| Flower Colour | brown |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Shaded site |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 90cm |
| Family | Cyperaceae |
| Spread | 1m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, orange |
| Flowers From | May, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Winter attributes |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
| Propagation |
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