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 oshimensis 'Supergold'

Carex oshimensis 'Vanilla Ice'

Carex oshimensis 'Variegata' (v)

Carex oshimensis Evercream ('Ficre' PBR) is a perennial sedge that forms dense clumps, featuring elongated, narrow leaves that are dark green with cream to pale yellow edges. While its flowers are subtle and brown, they emerge during the summer months.

Carex oshimensis Evercream ('Ficre'PBR) (EverColor Series) (v)

Carex oshimensis 'Everest' ('Fiwhite' PBR) is a robust sedge that forms dense clumps of gracefully arching foliage. Each leaf features a prominent white stripe along its length, set against a green background. This plant produces flowers in the summer and typically grows to a height of approximately 45 cm.

Carex oshimensis Everest ('Fiwhite'PBR) (EverColor Series) (v)

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.

Carex otrubae

Carex oxyandra

Carex pairae

Carex paleacea

Carex pallescens

Carex pallescens 'Breckland Frost' (v)

Carex pallescens 'Wood's Edge' (v)

Carex panicea is a sturdy, clump-forming perennial sedge that can spread gradually. It typically reaches a height of around 30 cm and features blue-green leaves. During the summer months, this plant produces slender flower spikes that can extend up to 30 cm, displaying purplish-black blooms nestled among the foliage. It can be either deciduous or semi-evergreen, depending on the growing conditions.

Carex panicea

Carex paniculata is a robust sedge that thrives in wetland environments, often forming a noticeable 'trunk' as it grows, resembling a miniature weeping tree. This plant can attain a height of up to 1.5 meters, featuring elongated, arching leaves that remain green year-round, except during extreme cold. In summer, it produces subtle flower spikes that are not particularly prominent.

Carex paniculata

Carex panormitana

Carex parallela

Carex parviflora

Carex parvula

Carex pauciflora

Carex pediformis

Carex pellita

Carex pendula is a robust, grass-like perennial that produces substantial clumps reaching heights of up to 1.5 meters. It features narrow, pleated leaves in a deep green hue and has elongated stems that support delicate, arching flower spikes.

Carex pendula

Carex pendula 'Cool Jazz' is a robust perennial that forms dense clumps, reaching heights of approximately 75 cm and up to 1.5 m when in bloom. Its slender leaves feature creamy white edges and may have occasional narrow stripes along the blade, with the most vivid coloration evident in younger foliage. This plant thrives in shaded areas. Its tall stems support delicate, drooping flower spikes that start off green and gradually change to brown as they mature.

Carex pendula 'Cool Jazz' (v)

Carex pendula 'Moonraker' is a robust, clump-forming perennial that can reach heights of up to 1 meter. It features narrow foliage that begins with cream and green stripes, gradually maturing to solid green as the growing season progresses. From upright stems emerge slender, arching flower spikes that are initially green and transition to brown later on.

Carex pendula 'Moonraker' (v)

Carex pendula 'Variegata' (v)

Carex pennata

Carex pensylvanica

Carex petriei is a compact, evergreen perennial sedge that forms dense clumps reaching about 25 cm in height. Its leaves, which can grow up to 30 cm long, are pale pinkish-brown and feature curled tips, exhibiting an upright or arching growth habit. In early to midsummer, this plant produces red-brown flower spikes on stems that rise to around 25 cm, nestled among the foliage.

Carex petriei

Carex phyllocephala

Carex phyllocephala 'Spark Plug'PBR (v)

Carex phyllocephala 'Sparkler' is an evergreen sedge characterized by its tufted growth form and variegated foliage. The leaves tend to form nearly whorled arrangements, contributing to its overall white look.

Carex phyllocephala 'Sparkler' (v)

Carex pilosa

Carex pilosa 'Copenhagen Select'

Carex pilulifera

Carex pilulifera 'Tinney's Princess' (v)

Carex plantaginea is a low-growing, clump-forming perennial that exhibits semi-evergreen characteristics. Its leaves are wide, strap-shaped, and feature a crinkled texture in a vibrant green hue. During the summer months, slender stems with green and dark purple stripes bear golden-cream flowers.

Carex plantaginea

Carex platyphylla

Carex praegracilis

Carex prairea

Carex projecta

Carex pseudobrizoides

Carex pseudocyperus is a perennial plant that forms dense tufts and spreads gradually. Its leaves are bright yellow-green and range from 0.5 to 1.2 cm in width. During June and July, the flower stems emerge, typically shorter than the foliage, featuring bristly, finger-like flowers.

Carex pseudocyperus

Carex pseudouncinioides

Carex pulicaris

Carex punctata

Carex punicea is a perennial sedge that forms dense tufts and reaches a height of up to 30 cm. Its foliage consists of glossy leaves that exhibit shades of reddish-green or red-brown. In the summer, it produces flower spikes that range in color from dark brown to black.

Carex punicea

Carex punicea 'Belinda's Find' PBR is a compact, evergreen perennial sedge that grows up to 30 cm in height. It features lustrous, bronze foliage with distinctive bright red margins. In summer, it produces understated dark brown flower spikes that are not particularly prominent.

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