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.

Carex appropinquata

Carex aquatilis

Carex arenaria

Carex atrata

Carex atrata subsp. atrata

Carex atrata subsp. pullata

Carex atrofusca

Carex aurea

Carex axillaris

Carex baccans

Carex baldensis

Carex bebbii

Carex berggrenii

Carex berggrenii narrow-leaved

Carex bicknellii

Carex bicolor

Carex bigelowii

Carex binervis

Carex bistaminata

Carex bohemica

Carex boottiana

Carex brachystachys

Carex brevior

Carex brizoides

Carex brunnea is an evergreen perennial sedge that forms dense clumps, reaching a height of approximately 45 cm. It features narrow, vibrant green leaves that create a tufted appearance. In summer, this plant produces flower spikes that are red-brown, emerging from among the foliage.

Carex brunnea

Carex brunnea 'Hek13060'PBR

Carex brunnea 'Jenneke' is a compact sedge featuring leaves that are pale yellow with dark green edges. This plant forms a clump, reaching heights of up to 40 cm and widths of about 30 cm. It thrives in moist, partially shaded conditions.

Carex brunnea 'Jenneke' (v)

Carex brunnea 'Jubilo'PBR

This clump-forming, deciduous perennial features elongated, strap-like leaves that are dark green with vibrant golden yellow edges. From July to September, it produces tall spikes adorned with dark brown flowers that rise above the foliage.

Carex brunnea 'Lady Sunshine'

Carex brunnea 'Sophia'PBR

Carex brunnea 'Treasure Island'

Carex brunnea 'Vanilla'PBR

Carex brunnea 'Variegata' is a perennial sedge that remains evergreen, reaching a height of approximately 40 cm. It forms neat clumps of green leaves, which are highlighted by creamy-white edges and variegation. In summer, yellowish-brown flower spikes emerge among the foliage.

Carex brunnea 'Variegata' (v)

Carex brunnescens

Carex brunnescens subsp. brunnescens

Carex brunnescens subsp. sphaerostachya

This perennial grass forms dense clumps reaching up to 75 cm in height. It features slender, evergreen leaves that exhibit an orange-brown hue and have tips that curl gracefully. In late summer, it produces brown flowering spikes that add interest to the foliage.

Carex buchananii

Carex buchananii 'Firefox'

Carex buchananii 'Green Twist' is a compact, evergreen sedge that typically reaches a height of around 60 cm. Its foliage consists of arching green leaves that can grow up to 45 cm long, curling at the tips. In mid to late summer, this plant produces brown flower spikes on semi-trailing stems that extend to 50 cm.

Carex buchananii 'Green Twist'

Carex buchananii 'Red Rooster' is a perennial sedge that develops dense clumps of upright to arching, slender, flat leaves with curled tips, showcasing hues of orange to reddish-bronze. In the summer months, slender stems emerge bearing brown flower spikes.

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