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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

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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

A spectacular clump-forming sedge with powder blue leaves up to an inch or more wide. Spreads slowly to form a wonderfully textured groundcover in moist or average soil. Tolerates dry shade once established. An early spring haircut makes room for clean new growth.