Carex flagellifera (Glen Murray tussock sedge)

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Skill rating Beginner
skill rating
Ultimate spread 1m
max. spread
Ultimate height 1m
max. height
Time to maturity 2-5 years
to maturity
Maintenance level 1 hour care
per year

Botanical name: Carex flagellifera

Other names: Glen Murray tussock sedge, Carex flagellaris 'Cyperacea'


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Genus: Carex

Species: C. flagellifera - C. flagellifera forms clumps of linear, reddish-brown leaves, and tall stems of pale brown flower spikes in late summer.

Carex flagellifera is: Evergreen

Flower: Insignificant or absent, Brown in Summer

Foliage: Red, Brown in All seasons

Habit: Clump-forming

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Specific pests: Aphids

General care

Pruning: In summer cut out any dead leaves.. REGISTER to read more...

Propagation methods: Division, Seed. REGISTER to read more...


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Carex flagellifera (Glen Murray tussock sedge) will reach a height of 1m and a spread of 1m after 2-5 years.


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Suggested uses: City, Cottage/Informal, Beds and borders, Low Maintenance, Architectural, Prairie planting

Cultivation: Plant in any well-drained fertile soils. Does not tolerate excessive winter wet, and may need winter protection in cold areas.

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Soil types: Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) Match unknown
Soil drainage: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained Match unknown
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral Match unknown
Light: Partial Shade, Full Sun Match unknown
Aspect: North, South, East, West Match unknown
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered Match unknown
Hardiness: Tender in frost (H3), Hardy (H4) Match unknown

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This plant is featured at Chelsea Flower Show 2009

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Carex flagellifera (Glen Murray tussock sedge) has been used in The HESCO Garden by Leeds City Council for Chelsea Flower Show 2009.

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