Carex flagellifera

Also Known As

Weeping Brown Sedge

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 14"-20"
W: 12"-14"

planting zones

6a-9b

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Carex flagellifera plant details

Carex flagellifera is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with chocolate and red foliage. In spring flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Carex flagellifera

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: cyperaceae
Foliage: evergreen chocolate and red
Mature size: 12 IN - 14 IN - wide, 14 IN - 20 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, edging plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Carex flagellifera

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Infused with rich earth tones evoking a Zen-like simplicity, the weeping ultra-fine clump of long and thin, dark chocolate-colored blades sets this mop-top New Zealander apart. Carex flagellifera's easily melded tones and fluid upright arching form brings textural intrigue to containers, the rockery, walls or borders, whether installed as a stand-alone or a sweep. Arresting when juxtaposed against broad greenery, blue-gray foliage or any brightly hued bloom, Weeping Brown Sedge obliges sun, shade, moisture and somewhat dry conditions, and remains evergreen where winters are mild.

By: Digging Dog Nursery

A handsome sedge with a distinctive form, the weeping brown sedge forms flowing, shaggy mounds of fine-textured, coppery-brown foliage to 2' tall. The unusual color is useful as a singular accent or in a sweeping mass. Best in moist, well-drained soils in light shade, though plants will tolerate full sun along the coast. Provide a "haircut" periodically by gathering the hair-like foliage into a bunch and trimming off a few inches from the raggedy tips. A delightful plant offering elegance and character to the California garden. Hardy to 0 °F. New Zealand.

By: Native Sons

Tawny brown arching foliage that takes on coppery pink tones as the season progresses. A "tender" sedge that has been wintering over for us in well drained soil here in zone 6.