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    Uncinia uncinata

    Also Known As

    • Hook Sage

    Plant type

    perennial, groundcover, aquatic

    size

    • H: 9"-10"
    • W: 10"-12"

    planting zones

    • 8a-11

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    Uncinia uncinata plant details

    Uncinia uncinata is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover aquatic with burgundy and red foliage. In fall and summer burgundy flowers emerge. Does well in clay and gritty soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Uncinia uncinata

    Plant type: perennial groundcover aquatic
    Plant family: cyperaceae
    Foliage: evergreen burgundy and red
    Mature size: 10 IN - 12 IN - wide, 9 IN - 10 IN - tall
    Flowers: burgundy blooms in fall and summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Uncinia uncinata

    USDA Zones: 8a - 11
    Watering frequency: even moisture
    Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: clay and gritty

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Mahogany-colored tufts to 16? high, turning brilliant orange-red in winter. Winter color is not as distinctive in mild climates. Full sun or part shade especially in hotter climates. Moisture retentive soil and regular garden water produce much more satisfactory specimens. Suitable as an accent plant or along pools or shady borders. Hardy to 10F. New Zealand.

    By: Native Sons

    Gardening facts about Uncinia uncinata plant

    How to Grow Uncinia uncinata

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • red
      • burgundy

    • Flower Color

      • burgundy

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Uncinia rubra

    aka Uncinia uncinata 'Red', Hook Sedge, Red Hook Sedge

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Grass / Grass Like

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 15"

    Width: 15"

    • sun - bright shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Uncinia rubra foliage, form by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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    Uncinia egmontiana

    aka Orange Hook Sedge

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Grass / Grass Like

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 20"

    Width: 12"

    • sun - bright shade
    • regular
    Photo of Uncinia egmontiana foliage by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Uncinia rubra 'Belinda's Find'

    aka Uncinia unciniata 'Belinda's Find', Belinda's Find Sedge, Red Hook Sedge

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Grass / Grass Like

    Zones

    8a-10b

    Size

    Height: 8"-12"

    Width: 12"-18"

    • sun - dappled shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Uncinia rubra 'Belinda's Find' foliage by Native Sons
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