San Diego sedge
Carex spissa
Description:
Non-running, bunching sedge; blue-gray color and larger size are unique; looks best in full sun and low summer water; deer resistant; great for containers.
Native to:
California
Southwestern US
Mexico
Plant Type:
Grass/Grass-like
Height:
3-4 ft
Width:
2-3 ft
Bloom Period:
April-June
Sun Exposure:
Sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight)
Part Shade (best with afternoon shade)
Shade (less than 1 hour of direct sunlight)
Irrigation Needs:
Moderate (deep watering once a week)
Low (deep watering twice a month)
Maintenance Needs:
Remove spent leaves as needed; can be cut to ground in winter to regenerate.
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