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Carex dipsacea

Family Cyperaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   7a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H3 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 45 - 70 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture moist, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Carex dipsacea (autumn sedge) bears black blossoms during late summer to mid fall. The foliage is medium orange and deep green in colour and evergreen. A specimen plant, Carex dipsacea (autumn sedge) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, edging, mass planting, specimen and waterfront.
Special Characteristics Carex dipsacea has a natural resistance to deer.