
Chestnut Colored Sedge
Carex castanea
Overview
Chestnut Colored Sedge (Carex castanea) is a hardy species of plant with wiry stems and dense foliage. The foliage is composed of deep chestnut and chocolate-colored leaves that adds an attractive hue to landscapes. It produces small flower heads that develop into tasty edible fruit. The plant can tolerate a wide range of soils and climates and is an undemanding and easy plant to grow. It is ideal for lawns and rock gardens and can be used to create attractive pathways between steps and borders. Carex castanea is an eye-catching and low-maintenance addition to any garden.
Care Guide
Watering
Average — every "2-3" days.
Light
full sun, part sun/part shade.
Soil
Loam, Humus Enriched
Pruning
Best pruned in March, April.
Propagation
Seed Propagation, Division, Rhizome Propagation, Vegetative Plugging
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