Carex hystericina
Also Known As
- Bottlebrush Sedge
- Porcupine Sedge
Plant type
grass / grass like
size
- H: 1'-3'
- W: 2'
planting zones
- 3a-8b
Carex hystericina plant details
Carex hystericina is a deciduous or semi-evergreen grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In spring flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and standing water - even moisture water. Does well in average, clay and gritty soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Carex hystericina
- Plant type: grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: cyperaceae
- Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Carex hystericina
- USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: standing water - even moisture
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, clay and gritty
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Prairie Nursery
Gardening facts about Carex hystericina plant
How to Grow Carex hystericina
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- standing water - even moisture
Soil Needs
- clay
- average
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- grassy
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