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Blue Sedge, Carex Glauca

Big Bluestem

Part Sun, Cool-Season

The blue-silver foliage of this sedge looks great in spring, but it needs summer protection from the hot sun, or else it turns brown.

These plants had a very good second year. They filled out nicely and stayed green and healthy all season without any supplemental water or care.

Advertised HeightAdvertised Zone

6-12”

5

YearHeight/Width
Year 18”/12”
Year 214”/20”
DatePictures
September 2007Big Bluestem
September 2008Big Bluestem
September 2009Big Bluestem
November 2009Big Bluestem