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Carex atrata

Carex atrata
Black alpine Sedge

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Value-for-money
A small perennial gramineous plant with short blackish spikes that contrast with the green foliage.
Height at maturity
40 cm
Spread at maturity
40 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -34°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil, Damp soil
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Description

Carex atrata, also known as black alpine sedge, is a small grassy-stemmed plant with sheathing, evergreen leaves in a lovely fresh green colour. The short blackish spikes are carried by thin and flexible stems, and make a beautiful contrast with the foliage. Easy to grow in any moist to wet, porous and well-drained soil. It does not like marshy conditions.

With 1000 species of sedges growing worldwide, you are sure to find one suitable for your garden.

Carex atrata in pictures

Carex atrata (Flowering) Flowering
Carex atrata (Foliage) Foliage
Carex atrata (Plant habit) Plant habit

Flowering

Flower colour insignificant
Flowering time July to August

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 40 cm
Spread at maturity 40 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Carex

Species

atrata

Family

Cyperaceae

Other common names

Black alpine Sedge

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

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Planting period

Recommended planting time March to June

Intended location

Suitable for Shaded rockery, Woodland edge, Undergrowth
Type of use Edge of border, Slope
Hardiness Hardy down to -34°C (USDA zone 4) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Any
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light), Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture Moist soil, Damp soil, well-drained

Care

Pruning instructions Comb the old foliage with a rake or by hand. Please note, this grass does not tolerate pruning.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time February to April
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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