About
This tall wetland sedge which grows upwards to develop a 'trunk', giving the appearance of a very short weeping tree. It may eventually reach 1.5m and has long arching leaves which are evergreen except in the coldest weather. Inconspicuous flower spikes develop in summer.
About the genus
Carex can be deciduous or evergreen, rhizomatous or tufted perennials, with triangular stems bearing linear or strap-shaped leaves and short or long spikes of tiny green or brown flowers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisturePoorly-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeGrass Like
HabitClump forming, Tufted
FoliageSemi evergreen
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesHerbaceous borders, cottage gardens, cutting.
Native toEur. to Cauc. & Macaronesia
Care notes
CultivationGrow in permanently wet soil or shallow water, in good light
PruningNo pruning required, though old leaves from the base can be cleared if desired
PropagationPropagate by seed, or by division in early summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free