Carex petriei
Also Known As
- Brown Sedge
Plant type
perennial, grass / grass like
size
- H: 8"-12"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Carex petriei plant details
Carex petriei is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with chocolate foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Carex petriei
- Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: cyperaceae
- Foliage: evergreen chocolate
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Carex petriei
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Gardening facts about Carex petriei plant
How to Grow Carex petriei
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- adaptable
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- chocolate
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Carex for your garden
aka Palm Sedge
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 10"
Width: 12"
- bright shade
- even moisture
aka Carex elata 'Bowles Golden', Bowles Golden Sedge
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 1'-3'
Width: 1'-3'
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 24"-30"
Width: 24"-30"
- sun - mostly shade
- standing water - regular
aka Sparkler Palm Sedge
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 12"-24"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Leatherleaf Sedge
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-36"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - occasional
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