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Grasshopper Sedge, Carex sp. 'Grasshopper'

Big Bluestem

Sun or Shade, Cool-season

This sedge shows bright cream variegation that’s very eye-catching. It looks best in spring and early summer before the heat. It is planted in full sun at the trial; it may perform better in a more shaded setting.

Although it claims to be hardy in this zone, these plants had to be overwintered in a greenhouse. They seemed to do better in the 2008 weather and didn’t get burned by the heat.


Advertised HeightAdvertised Zone

12-16”

5

YearHeight/Width
Year 15”/10”
Year 210”/12”
DatePictures
June 2007Big Bluestem
September 2008Big Bluestem