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    Rhynchospora colorata

    Also Known As

    • Dichromena colorata
    • Star Grass
    • Star Sedge
    • White Topped Sedge

    Plant type

    perennial, grass / grass like, aquatic

    size

    • H: 12"-18"
    • W: 18"

    planting zones

    • 7a-10b

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    Rhynchospora colorata plant details

    Rhynchospora colorata is an evergreen perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and standing water - high water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhynchospora colorata

    Plant type: perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance)
    Plant family: cyperaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 18 IN wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in summer
    Uses: native plant, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhynchospora colorata

    USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: standing water - high
    Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Plant at water level to 3" below water surface

    By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

    Gardening facts about Rhynchospora colorata plant

    How to Grow Rhynchospora colorata

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • standing water - high

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • humidity tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • grassy

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