Carex flagellifera [Red]

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

6a-10b

Carex flagellifera [Red] plant details

Carex flagellifera [Red] is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with burgundy, chocolate and red foliage. In spring chocolate flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Carex flagellifera [Red]

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: cyperaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy, chocolate and red
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: chocolate blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Carex flagellifera [Red]

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

When only the true touch of bronze will do... Wispy reflective, 18" foliage on this "never-green" New Zealand sedge. Clumping to about 2 feet tall and wide. Full to part sun, but retains reddish tones best in full sun. Regular summer water and good drainage. Stunning when planted in drifts. USDA zone 6.