GardenAway

Sorry, news is not available in your browser

Carex ciliatomarginata 'Treasure Island'

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

Description The showy foliage is greyish lime and pale mauve in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, ground cover, mass planting and woodland.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer.
Cautions Be advised that Carex ciliatomarginata 'Treasure Island' (brocade sedge) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.