Carex Flaccosperma

CAFS Blue Wood Sedge, Sedge

$15.95

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Easy to Grow and Maintain

Carex Flaccosperma is an easy to grow native sedge. In spring, new growth emerges green and ages to an eye-catching powder blue. Plant with purple-leaved Heuchera for a pleasing combination. Evergreen in warmer zones. Line a path or walkway with this charming Sedge. Most at home in a moist, woodland setting; it is perfectly suited for stream or pond borders.

Plant Type Perennials, Grasses

Height Short 6-10"

Spacing Plant 10" apart

Bloom Time Not Applicable

Sun / Shade Half Sun / Half Shade to Full Shade

Growing Zones 5-8

Soil Type Normal, Clay, Acidic

Water Needs Medium

Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")

Special Features

Deer Resistant
Winter Interest
For a Slope or Bank
Edgers
OK in Containers
Shade Tolerant
Wet Site Tolerant

Botanical Name

Carex flaccosperma 'Flaccosperma'

Carex General Information

Carex is a huge genus of more than 1,500 species of perennials with triangular, grass-like stems. Flowerheads develop on panicles of short spikes. Suited to many sites, Sedge will tolerate wet and/or shade well. Excellent in foreground or as an edger. Spreads slowly. Grass-like, colorful foliage is often brightly hued or variegated. Supplemental watering may be necessary for top performance. Ornamental grasses are restricted in Oregon.

Carex Plant Care

Sedge prefers a moist, well-drained soil with part shade. Very easy to maintain, Carex requires little if any feeding and in early spring, cut back by 1/3 or simply tease out dead blades to spruce up appearance. Division is best done in the spring.

All potted plant material is restricted from shipping to Idaho

Plantable Pots

Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!

100% Guarantee

We offer a 100% guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!

Shipping Details

We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.

Spring

Zones 3, 4: Early to Mid May
Zone 5: Late April to Early May
Zone 6: Mid to Late April
Zone 7: Early to Mid April
Zones 8, 9 10: Early April

Fall

Zone 2, 3, 4: Early September
Zone 5: Early to Mid September
Zone 6: Mid September
Zone 7: Mid to Late September
Zone 8, 9, 10: Late September to Early October