Carex sylvatica (Cyperaceae)

Wood sedge

This tuft-forming species is native to Europe, including Scandinavia. The stem is 3-angled and nodding. The leaves are keeled, sharp-pointed and yellow-green. The bracts are leaflike and longer than the spikes but shorter than the inflorescences. Useful in shaded areas of the garden.
Ht. 10 - 80cm. Very hardy


Price
  9cm pot       £3.00       Available Sept 2004