Carex phyllocephala 'Sparkler' (Carex phyllocephala 'Sparkler')
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0.6m max. spread |
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0.6m max. height |
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2-5 years to maturity |
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1 hour care per year |
Botanical name: Carex phyllocephala 'Sparkler'
Other names: Carex phyllocephala 'Sparkler'
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Genus: Carex
Variety or cultivar: 'Sparkler' _ 'Sparkler' is an evergreen sedge with whorled, strap-like leaves that are light-green with cream margins on an upright stem. In summer it bears a central cluster of brush-like flowers.
Carex phyllocephala 'Sparkler' is: Evergreen
Flower: Insignificant or absent, Brown in Summer
Foliage: Light green, Cream in All seasons
Habit: Clump-forming
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Pruning: Cut out any dead leaves.. REGISTER to read more...
Propagation methods: Division. REGISTER to read more...
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Carex phyllocephala 'Sparkler' (Carex phyllocephala 'Sparkler') will reach a height of 0.6m and a spread of 0.6m after 2-5 years.
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Suggested uses: City, Cottage/Informal, Beds and borders, Low Maintenance, Containers, Foliage only
Cultivation: Plant in fertile, moist soil, well-drained soil a partial shade.
| This plant likes... | Garden match | |
| Soil types: | Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |  |
| Soil drainage: | Moist but well-drained, Well-drained | |
| Soil pH: | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral | |
| Light: | Partial Shade | |
| Aspect: | South, East, West | |
| Exposure: | Sheltered | |
| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4), Tender in frost (H3) | |
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