Carex senta

Also Known As

Baltimore Sedge
Rough Sedge
Swamp Carex

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like, aquatic

size

H: 12"
W: 12"

planting zones

8a-10b

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Carex senta plant details

Carex senta is a semi-evergreen perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In summer black and purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and standing water - high water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty and rocky soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Carex senta

Plant type: perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: cyperaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 0 - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: black and purple blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, native plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Carex senta

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: standing water - high
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty and rocky

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A weeping sedge found along waterways of California and noted for its weeping form and showy flowers held well above the foliage. With age the flower clusters deepen to darkest purple or black and stand out dramatically against the rich green foliage. Very tolerant of wet conditions. Use in containers, water gardens or beside streams, pools or ponds. Hardy to 10 °F.