Species sedge
Green-brown foliage.

sedge

Carex laxiculmis 'Hobb' BUNNY BLUE

Sedge (Carex laxiculmis 'Hobb' BUNNY BLUE) is an amazing plant species that will bring a bright and cheerful atmosphere to your garden. Growing to only 50 cm tall by 50 cm wide, it forms a low, rounded mound of blue-grey foliage with delicate grassy flowers in summer. It's ideal for groundcover and as an edging to planting beds and containers. Deer-resistant and drought tolerant, it requires little maintenance and is tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions. Its attractive blue foliage will shine in container and rock gardens and its bright yellow flowers will bring vivid summer colour and attract bees. Sedge (Carex laxiculmis 'Hobb' BUNNY BLUE) is a great choice for any garden, perfect for providing year-round interest and colour.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 9

Flowers:

Yellowish-white Flowers

Sun:

Deciduous Shade (Spring Sun)

Soil:

Clay

Fruits:

green,yellow,orange,brown Fruits Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Bunny Blue sedge (Carex laxiculmis 'Hobb') should be watered twice a week, targeting approximately 1 inch of water each time. Water deeply so that the entire root system is moistened. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. This will help to encourage vigorous root growth. In very hot weather, additional watering may be needed to keep the plant's soil from drying out completely.

sunlight

Sedge (Carex laxiculmis 'Hobb' BUNNY BLUE) requires full sun for optimal growth and thriving. If planted in partial shade, growth may be lower and the vigor of the plant may be reduced. The ideal growing period for this plant species is at least 8 hours daily of sunshine. If planted in an area which receives less amounts of sun - ideally 5-6 hours - the plant can still thrive, however it is likely to flower less profusely. When a plant is placed in an area of partial shade, it is important to check the soil moisture levels and adjust according to the plant’s needs. Finally, it is essential to remember to shield your sedge plant from strong wind where possible, as this can damage and even kill it.

pruning

Sedge (Carex laxiculmis 'Hobb' BUNNY BLUE) needs regular pruning to maintain its shape and health. Pruning should be done in late winter to early spring, when the plant is still actively growing. Start by removing any dead, diseased, or damaged growth with a sharp pair of pruning shears. Then thin out the center of the clump, cutting at the base of the stem to reduce overcrowding and encourage better air flow. The plant may need to be cut down significantly in spring to reduce height and promote new growth. Finally, give the plant a final trim in early summer to encourage growth and limit potential seeding.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
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Dec
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Jun
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Aug
Starts Flowering

Carex laxiculmis 'Hobb' BUNNY BLUE typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Carex laxiculmis 'Hobb' BUNNY BLUE typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Carex laxiculmis 'Hobb' BUNNY BLUE typically begins in late June and continues through August.

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