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Carex caryophyllea 'The Beatles'

Family Cyperaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 10 - 15 cm (4 - 6 in)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Carex caryophyllea 'The Beatles' (ornamental grass) bears faded green blooms during early summer. This plant has deep green foliage that is evergreen.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, container, edging, ground cover, mass planting, waterfront and woodland.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer.