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Carex flagellifera

Family Cyperaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Carex flagellifera (orange hair sedge) produces brown blossoms during early summer to mid-summer. This plant has evergreen foliage that is medium orange in colour. Carex flagellifera (orange hair sedge) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, mass planting and specimen.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought.