Carex flaccosperma	Thinfruit sedge

Scientific name: Carex flaccosperma Common name: Blue wood sedge, Thinfruit sedge Region of origin: Eastern North America	Photo courtesy North Creek Nurseries, Inc   Click on image for other views	Highlights: Weed Suppressive Rating: Poor Hardiness: Zones 5-8 Height x Spread: 6 to 12 in. x 6 to 16 in. Season of bloom: May-June Flower color: Brown to reddish Exposure: Full shade to partial shade Moisture requirements: Prefers moist soil. Drought tolerant
Physical description: Thinfruit sedge is an evergreen sedge that is a good replacement for Liriope. It forms a strong clump of fine-textured, narrow, glaucus blue leaves. The flowers bloom from May to June but they are insignificant; Thinfruit sedge is grown mainly for its foliage effect. Optimal growing conditions: Thinfruit sedge grows well in moist soils in part shade to full shade. It is hardy and tolerates drought. Susceptibility to pests and diseases: This plant is susceptible to rust, smuts, and many fungal leaf spots. Aphids are sometimes present. Use: Thinfruit sedge is well suited for woodland gardens, shade gardens, borders or rock gardens, as groundcovers or edging plant for paths or walkways

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