Carex perdentata
Also Known As
- Texas Meadow Sedge
Plant type
perennial, grass / grass like
size
- H: 1'
- W: 1'
planting zones
- 6a-8b
Carex perdentata plant details
Carex perdentata is a deciduous perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In spring tan flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Carex perdentata
- Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: cyperaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 1 FT wide, 1 FT tall
- Flowers: tan blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Carex perdentata
- USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer, heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Gardening facts about Carex perdentata plant
How to Grow Carex perdentata
Sun Exposure
- sun - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- tan
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Zones
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Size
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- even moisture - regular
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"-24"
- sun - shade
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