Blue Sedge 'Blue Zinger' (Carex flacca): Intense Blue Foliage for Groundcover

Overview

'Blue Zinger' is a superior selection of Blue Sedge (Heath Sedge) with intensely glaucous, blue-gray foliage. It forms a slowly spreading, dense mat of narrow, arching leaves 8-12 inches tall. Evergreen in mild climates. One of the bluest sedges available, providing a cool, calming groundcover.

Taxonomy & Nomenclature

Synonym: Carex glauca.

Cultivation & Uses

Partial to full shade; moist, well-drained soil. Tolerates dry shade once established. Excellent as a groundcover, edging, in rock gardens, and containers. Combines beautifully with gold, chartreuse, and variegated plants. Cut back tattered foliage in early spring.