About
Carex otrubae is a clump-forming, semi-evergreen perennial characterized by its toothed, strap-like leaves that range from mid to pale green. This plant thrives in moist, bog-like conditions. From June to July, it produces flower spikes that transition from green to orange-brown, accompanied by bristly pale yellow bracts.
About the genus
Carex encompasses both deciduous and evergreen species, characterized by their rhizomatous or tufted growth habits. These perennials feature triangular stems topped with linear or strap-like foliage, and they produce spikes that can be either short or elongated, adorned with small green or brown flowers.
Growing conditions
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Poorly-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
- Plant type
- Grass Like, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming, Tufted
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Wildflower meadow
Care notes
- Cultivation
- Prefers moist, poorly-drained soil in sun or partial shade. Grows well at the edge of ponds or streams
- Pruning
- No pruning required but dead leaves or flowers can be removed in the spring
- Propagation
- Propagate by division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free