February 09, 2010

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Heritage Perennial Profile Here's the complete description for this Heritage Perennial. Drop in any time to see the rest of our collection.  Plant Number: 8.090.650 USDA Zone: 5 - 9  Carex caryophyllea ‘The Beatles’ Common name :  Spring Sedge This Sedge is well named for its mop-headed appearance. Plants form a low clump of dark green leaves with the appearance of a 1960's hairdo. Greenish flowers are insignificant. Interesting as an edging plant for moist areas, even happy growing at the waterside. Also attractive in rock gardens or mixed containers. Evergreen in mild regions. Clumps may be lightly trimmed in early spring. Easily divided in spring. Conditions     Appearance     Sun Exposure   Full Sun   Partial Shade Soil Type   Normal   Sandy   Clay Soil pH   Neutral   Alkaline   Acid Soil Moisture   Moist Care Level   Easy Flower Colour   Green Blooming Time   Early Summer Foliage Color   Deep Green Plant Uses & Characteristics   Accent: Good Texture/Form   Alpine & Rock   Containers   Deer Resistant   Edging   Evergreen   Ground Cover   Massed   Waterside   Woodland Flower Head Size   Very Small Height    10-15 cm    4-6 inches Spread    20-30 cm    8-12 inches Foot Traffic    None Growth Rate    Medium  Print This Plant E-Mail This Plant What others say about this plant... Makes a deep green mop of narrow foliage 6 inches tall, spreading slowly. A useful low groundcover, evergreen in milder climates. Requires moisture.; Rick Darke, The Color Encyclopedia of Ornamental Grasses

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