Carex subfusca

Also Known As

Rusty Sedge

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 18"-36"

planting zones

7b-10b

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Carex subfusca plant details

Carex subfusca is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with chocolate foliage. In spring flowers emerge followed by black and brown fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Carex subfusca

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: cyperaceae
Foliage: evergreen chocolate
Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Carex subfusca

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: erosion and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A spreading native sedge to 18" with rich, dark green foliage and spring-flowering heads that open cream-colored then darken to black-brown as the seed develops. This species tolerates considerable drought while retaining a green character, but much is much richer with summer water. Perhaps the fastest spreading sedge we have encountered, it is especially aggressive in sandy soils; consider yourself forewarned! Useful for erosion control or as an informal turf-like lawn substitute, it can be kept lower with regular mowing. Plant in full sun or part shade in most soils and provide moderate to occasional water. Hardy to 5 °F. California.