Carex flagillifera
hardy perennial
clump-forming sedge
metallic bronze leaves retained throughout the year
height 60 cm (24 ins)
sun or semi-shade
any well-drained soil
excellent in borders or containers
Carex ' Frosted Curls '
hardy perennial sedge
green flowers all summer followed by brown autumn seed heads
height 38 cm (15 ins)
full sun - any well-drained soil
forms dense mounds of narrow arching shiny pale silvery green leaves 60 cm (24 ins) long curling at the tips
Carex pendula
hardy perennial
russet flowers in late summer
sun or shade
can be planted as a marginal
