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Carex platyphylla
Also Known As
- Broad-leaf Silver Sedge
Plant type
perennial, grass / grass like
size
- H: 6"-12"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Carex platyphylla plant details
Carex platyphylla is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Carex platyphylla
- Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: cyperaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Uses: pleated leaves, textural, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Carex platyphylla
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - low
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
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Gardening facts about Carex platyphylla plant
How to Grow Carex platyphylla
Sun Exposure
- sun - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 1'-3'
Width: 1'-3'
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
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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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Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like, Aquatic
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - shade
- even moisture
Scientific Name: Carex oshimensis 'Fiwhite'
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Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
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Size
Height: 10"-15"
Width: 18"-24"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
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