An evergreen perennial with pretty greenish red to rich reddish brown leaves. Narrow spikes of brown to black flowers from mid to late summer. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers July to August. Full sun/partial shade. Frost hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Uncinia rubra
An evergreen perennial with pretty greenish red to rich reddish brown leaves. Narrow spikes of brown to black flowers from mid to late summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Uncinia |
|---|---|
| Species | rubra |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | brown, 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 | green, red, brown |
| Flowers From | July, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Pot, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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