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Carex siderosticha 'Banana Boat'

Family Cyperaceae
Plant Type sedge
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Spread 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Light partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The sedge Carex siderosticha 'Banana Boat' (broad-leaved sedge) bears faded green blooms during mid spring to late spring. The showy foliage is deep green and bright yellow in colour. A specimen plant, Carex siderosticha 'Banana Boat' (broad-leaved sedge) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, ground cover, mass planting, specimen and woodland.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer.
Cautions Depending upon your local conditions, Carex siderosticha 'Banana Boat' (broad-leaved sedge) may be invasive.