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Carex stricta
Tussock Sedge
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Description
The testacea variety is an evergreen perennial that reaches 2' tall bearing very narrow, coppery brown leaves splitting to hair-like threads at their tips, and continuing to grow to 4-8' in length. This plant should be grown in sun with little or no summer watering. -Monterey Bay Nursery
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
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Flower Season
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Leaf Color
Brown
Bark Color
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Fruit Color
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Fruit Season
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Water Saving Tip:
Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.
Give your plants a chance to breathe.
Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.