Photo by Patricia Cunningham
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Carex tenuiculmis
Also Known As
- New Zealand Sedge
Plant type
perennial, aquatic
size
- H: 10"-15"
- W: 24"-36"
planting zones
- 8a-10b
Carex tenuiculmis plant details
Carex tenuiculmis is a broadleaf evergreen perennial aquatic with variegated foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Carex tenuiculmis
- Plant type: perennial aquatic
- Plant family: cyperaceae
- Foliage: evergreen variegated
- Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 10 IN - 15 IN - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Carex tenuiculmis
- USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Garden photo gallery of Carex tenuiculmis
By: Patricia Cunningham
Used with permission, all rights reserved
By: Patricia Cunningham
Used with permission, all rights reserved
Gardening facts about Carex tenuiculmis plant
How to Grow Carex tenuiculmis
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 1'-3'
Width: 1'-3'
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
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Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 12"-24"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-36"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - occasional
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Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - shade
- even moisture
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