Blue Sedge
Carex Flacca
Overview
Blue Sedge (Carex flacca), a hardy perennial grass-like plant, features powdery blue-green foliage. Growing to a height of 6-12 inches with a similar spread, it thrives in USDA zones 4-9. Prefers partial to full shade and moist, well-drained soils. Ideal for ground cover, borders, and underplanting. Low maintenance with minimal fertilization needs, it provides year-round interest in a landscape design with its textured, tufted appearance.
Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–11Type Grass, Ground coverClimate Mediterranean
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Extra in Summer, Medium
- USDA zones
- 4–11
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Grass, Ground cover
- Family
- Cyperaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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