Carex dipsacea
Autumn Sedge |
USDA Zone: 7-10 |
Plant number: 8.090.050
Also known as Green Sedge or Teasel Sedge. Native to New Zealand, this clumping evergreen Sedge has narrow grass-like leaves in an attractive olive-green shade, developing yellow to orange highlights during the winter. Dark brown to black bristly seed heads are showy in the autumn. Nice as a specimen or edging plant, especially in a moist to wet sunny area. A good choice for containers. Worth growing as an annual in cold winter regions. Plants usually do not require cutting back in the spring.
Further details for
Carex dipsacea
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun or Partial Shade
Soil Type Normal
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Moist or Wet
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Black
Blooming Time Late Summer Early Fall Mid Fall
Foliage Color Bronze Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Edging Evergreen Massed Specimen Waterside
Flower Head Size Very Small
Height 45-70 cm 18-27 inches
Spread 45-60 cm 18-23 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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