Carex laxiculmis 'Bunny Blue' | Ornamental Grass
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Carex laxiculmis 'Bunny Blue'
Ornamental Grass
- A compact spreading sedge with narrow, arching blue-green leaves up to 30cm long
- Tiny cream coloured flowers form on triangular stems from May to June
- A hardy and shade loving perennial plant which grows up to 30cm high and is very easy to grow and care for
- Perfect as a groundcover or accent plant in woodland gardens, shaded perennial beds or containers
- Performs best in partial to full shade in moist soils
- Compact and attractive, Bunny Blue can be used to edge paths and walkways and also thrives on the edges of ponds and streams
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Carex laxiculmis 'Bunny Blue' is highly suitable for 30 cm pots, providing structural interest in temperatures up to 25°C.
How big does it get?
Carex laxiculmis 'Bunny Blue' typically reaches a mature height of 30 cm and a spread of 45 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Carex laxiculmis 'Bunny Blue' requires full sun or partial shade to flourish.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Carex laxiculmis 'Bunny Blue' prefers moist but well-drained soil, adapting well to various soil types and typical British weather.
How much watering does this plant need?
Once established, Carex laxiculmis 'Bunny Blue' is quite drought-tolerant and only requires watering every 10 to 14 days, providing around 1.5 cm of water, though it will appreciate a thorough soaking when temperatures exceed 25°C.
Will this plant need pruning?
No strict pruning is required, but Carex laxiculmis 'Bunny Blue' generally benefits from deadheading faded flowers to encourage further blooming and cutting back dead foliage in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Carex laxiculmis 'Bunny Blue' has an RHS rating of H5, withstanding temperatures down to -15°C, making it hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters.
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