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Carex morrowii

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 25 - 45 cm (10 - 18 in)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH neutral

Description The sedge Carex morrowii (Japanese grass sedge) bears faded orange blooms during mid spring. The showy glossy foliage is medium green in colour, fine in texture and evergreen.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging and ground cover.