Carex morrowii 'Irish Green' (Morrow's sedge) — Clump forming, Tufted

Overview

Carex morrowii 'Irish Green' is a clump forming, tufted grass like in the genus Carex, part of the Cyperaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Carex morrowii 'Irish Green' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. It is low maintenance. Suggested uses include wildlife gardens, wildflower meadows and low maintenance.

About

Carex morrowii 'Irish Green' (Morrow's sedge 'Irish Green') is a clump-forming, evergreen sedge from the genus Carex, which includes over 2,000 grass-like species in the Cyperaceae family. This cultivar forms a tufted habit, reaching a height and spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres over 2 to 5 years. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and tolerates a range of soil types and pH levels, preferring moist but well-drained conditions. 'Irish Green' is low maintenance and offers interest throughout summer and winter.

About the genus

Carex is a vast genus of over 2,000 species of grass-like plants in the family Cyperaceae, commonly known as sedges. Other members of the family Cyperaceae are also called sedges; however, those of genus Carex may be called true sedges. Carex is the most species-rich genus in the family.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Carex

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Carex morrowii 'Irish Green' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Grass Like
Habit: Clump forming, Tufted
Foliage: Evergreen
Height: 0.1-0.5 metres
Spread: 0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height: 2-5 years
Suggested uses: Wildlife gardens, Wildflower meadows, Low Maintenance

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Carex morrowii 'Irish Green'

Propagation: Seed, Division
Pest resistance: Aphids
Disease resistance: Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Carex morrowii 'Irish Green'?

Carex morrowii 'Irish Green' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Carex morrowii 'Irish Green' need?

Carex morrowii 'Irish Green' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.

How big does Carex morrowii 'Irish Green' grow?

Carex morrowii 'Irish Green' reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.

Is Carex morrowii 'Irish Green' hardy in the UK?

Carex morrowii 'Irish Green' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.