Photo of Carex flagellifera 'Toffee Twist' foliage by Karl Gercens III

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Carex flagellifera 'Toffee Twist'

Also Known As

  • Toffee Twist Sedge

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

  • H: 18"-24"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

Carex flagellifera 'Toffee Twist' plant details

Carex flagellifera 'Toffee Twist' is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with bronze and chocolate foliage. In summer chocolate flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Carex flagellifera 'Toffee Twist'

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: cyperaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze and chocolate
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: chocolate blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, rock garden, xeric, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Carex flagellifera 'Toffee Twist'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Mocha-brown leaves. Arching.

Gardening facts about Carex flagellifera 'Toffee Twist' plant

How to Grow Carex flagellifera 'Toffee Twist'

  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • bronze
    • chocolate
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Flower Color

    • chocolate
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