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Carex flacca (c. glauca) - Blue Sedge

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Carex flacca (c. glauca) is an extraordinary perennial sedge fondly referred to as Blue Sedge. Gracing gardens with its rich, distinctive hue of bluish-green, this plant stands up to 20 inches tall and provides superb ground coverage, spreading equally through rhizomes. With a distinct transformation from blue-green to a charming copper tone in the fall, Blue Sedge is a dynamic year-round visual interest for your garden. Known for its impressive resilience, it is remarkably adapted to both drought and flood conditions, making it a garden hero whatever the weather. Flourishing under full sun to partial shade, it adds exceptional charm not just with its color-play but also with its subtle silvery flower spikes that bloom from spring to summer. Lending textural contrast, Blue Sedge champions garden borders, proving to be more than just a pretty sight - it's a durable and versatile addition to any landscape.

  • Size: Up to 20 inches tall
  • Flowers: Subtle, silvery flower spikes bloom in late spring to mid-summer
  • Foliage: Distinct blue-green leaves that change to copper tone in the autumn
  • Water usage: Adaptable to both drought and flood conditions
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Ground Cover: Good ground cover with a compact, clumping growth habit
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