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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typegrass
Distribution
Carex flacca 'Blue Zinger'
Blue Zinger Sedge
Flower Color
Description
Robust, clump-forming, gradually spreading, evergreen perennial sedge, about 30cm tall, with intense, glaucous-blue foliage. Carries purplish-black flower spikes to 30cm long within the foliage, in late spring
Mature Height
0.5m
Mature Spread
1m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
ClumpingRosette
Growth Speed
Slow · 0.1 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H9
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Drought resistantCoastalCottage and informal gardenGravel gardenLow MaintenanceFlower borders and bedsGround cover
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5LP032010V0025Z00010 | €7.00 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.