Carex pendula |
Native Region: Europe, North Africa, Asia Minor
Zone Range: 05-09
Preferred Climate: Temperate
Harvest Date: Tuesday 27 August, 2024
Seed count: 40-50
Description:
This evergreen perennial sedge forms dense clumps of wide shiny mid-green leaves that are blue green underneath. In early summer, bears catkin-like dark brown flower spikes. Height 4-1/2 feet; spread to 5 feet. An elegant plant for the streamside or pond, but it will do well in the border if watered well. Performs best in a moist environment, such as near ponds or streams.
Notes:
For maximum freshness, please keep seed refrigerated in its original packaging until it is time to plant.
Cultivation:
Sow seed in containers in an open frame. Grow in fertile, moist or wet soil in sun or partial shade. In summer, cut out any dead leaves.
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