Carex divulsa 'Kaga-nishiki'

Birdfoot Sedge

Family: Cyperaceae Sedge


Type Perennial, grass
USDA Hardiness range 5A - 9A
Exposure Partial shade or partial sun
Bloom color Purple
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Alpine garden, border, container, ground cover, massing, rock garden, seashore, specimen, woodland garden
Height 12" to 18" / 30cm to 45cm
Spread 8" to 10" / 20cm to 25cm
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen, needles or needle-like
Leaf color Green, variegated, yellow
Fruit color Brown, purple, yellow
Soil pH requirements Alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Irregular or sprawling
Attributes and features Attractive foilage