Carex pendula
pendulous sedge
Flower Color
Description
A vigorous, grass-like, hardy, native perennial forming large clumps up to 1.5m tall, of dark green, narrow, pleated leaves, with tall stems bearing slender, drooping flower spikes
Mature Height
1.5m
Mature Spread
1m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
ClumpingRosette
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.4 m/yr
Soil Texture
ClayLoamChalkSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Poorly-drainedMoist but well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H8
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 5-9
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Wildflower meadowWildlife gardensLow MaintenanceBanks and slopes