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Carex
Nigra
Black Blooming Sedge Grass
Type:
Perennials,Grasses,Groundcovers
Height:
Short 12-20" (Plant 10" apart)
Bloom Time:
Spring to Summer
Sun-Shade:
Half Sun/ Half Shade to Full Shade
Zones:
4-8
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Soil Condition:
Normal, Clay
Flower Color / Accent:
Not Applicable /
Tufts of dark blue green foliage tumble haphazardly over each other. Chocolate brown flowers and seed heads are carried on stems that rise just above the foliage. Carex Nigra makes a nice groundcover for low areas or along a stream or pond.
Features to Note:
Deer Resistant
OK in containers - see FAQ for overwintering
Winter Interest
Wet Site tolerant
Groundcovers
Blooms for 4 weeks or more
For a shady spot
Web Only
General Information:
Carex Nigra does well in moist to wet areas. Ornamental grasses are restricted from Oregon.
Plant Care:
Cut back in spring by 1/3. Division is best done in the spring.
$8.95
$4.47 ea.
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$8.50
$4.25 ea.
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Plant Code:
CANI
Availability:
In Stock
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