Galingale. A loosely tufted perennial with grass-like bright green leaves. Clusters of red-brown spikelets, above leafy bracts. Max Height 60cm to 1.4m. Max Spread 1m. Flowers July to September. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Cyperus longus
A loosely tufted perennial with grass-like bright green leaves. Clusters of red-brown spikelets, above leafy bracts.
Additional information
| Generic | Cyperus |
|---|---|
| Species | longus |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Galingale |
| Flower Colour | green |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 60cm, 1.4m |
| Family | Cyperaceae |
| Spread | 1m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Bog garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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