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Rhynchospora latifolia (White star sedge)

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Skill rating Beginner
skill rating
Ultimate spread 1m
max. spread
Ultimate height 0.5m
max. height
Time to maturity 2-5 years
to maturity
Maintenance level 1 hour care
per year

Botanical name: Rhynchospora latifolia

Other names: White star sedge, White-bracted sedge, Sandswamp whitetop


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Genus: Rhynchospora

Species: R. latifolia - R. latifolia is a bog grass forming slender tall leaves and white flowers are surrounded by pure-white bracts that taper into slender green tails and droop gracefully at the tips in early summer.

Rhynchospora latifolia is: Evergreen

Flower: White in Summer

Foliage: Green in All seasons

Habit: Clump-forming

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Pests: Generally pest-free

Specific diseases: Powdery mildew

General care

Pruning: Deadhead regularly. REGISTER to read more...

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


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Rhynchospora latifolia (White star sedge) will reach a height of 0.5m and a spread of 1m after 2-5 years.


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Suggested uses: Aquatic, Bog garden, Waterside

Cultivation: Plant in the shallow margins of pools or consistently moist, acidic soil in full sun.

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Soil types: Clay, Loamy, Sandy Match unknown
Soil drainage: Boggy damp conditions, Pond/In water Match unknown
Soil pH: Acid Match unknown
Light: Full Sun Match unknown
Aspect: South, West Match unknown
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered Match unknown
Hardiness: Hardy (H4) Match unknown

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