Carex albula

Also Known As

Carex 'Frosty Curls'
Hair Sedge

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 1'
W: 2'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Carex albula plant details

Carex albula is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Carex albula

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: cyperaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 1 FT tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Carex albula

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

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By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

This is an exceptionally lovely clump-forming grass with elegant, fine, silvery-green, leaf blades that feature soft curls at the tops. This graceful grass almost gives the impression of a waterfall when it is planted on hillsides or spilling over a rock wall or container. This adaptable plant thrives in the wet edges around ponds and water gardens, but tolerates drier conditions. This is a wonderful evergreen grass for adding texture to the garden. S-PSh/M-W

By: Forestfarm

Often referred to incorrectly as Carex comans 'Frosty Curls', this plant greatly resembles the New Zealand hair sedges, but is indeed a separate species. Distinguished by its pale green, almost white coloration and by the curled tips of the hair-like foliage, Carex albula makes a delightful companion in containers with Fuchsia magellanica 'Versicolor'. New Zealand.

By: Native Sons

Often sold incorrectly as Carex comans 'Frosty Curls'. The narrow, soft bronze to green-toned leaves on this carex form curly little pigtails at the tips. The clumps, that grow to about 1' tall, form charming umbrellas, especially in the full sun.