About
A tufted, rhizomatous perennial sedge to 90cm, with stout, winged stems. In summer it produces spherical clusters of tiny green flowers. Long, grass-like leaves radiate out from the tops of the stems. More tolerant of drier conditions than other Cyperus species.
About the genus
Cyperus can be annuals or evergreen, rhizomatous perennials, with linear, grass-like leaves and terminal clusters of small greenish flower-spikes with spreading leaf-like bracts beneath
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Poorly-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeGrass Like
HabitClump forming, Columnar upright
FoliageSemi evergreen
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesHouseplants, Patio and container plants
Native toEaster Is., Amer.
Care notes
CultivationGrow outdoors in any moderately fertile, moist but well drained to boggy soil in full sun to partial shade
PruningTrim off dead or dying stems
PropagationPropagate by division
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free