Berrybank Nursery, 5 Boggs Holdings, Pencaitland, East Lothian, EH34 5BA
Carex dipsacea

Carex dipsacea

Common Name: 'Autumn sedge'

Clumps of attractive, narrow, olive-bronze, evergreen leaves which turn reddish in the winter. Produces small black flowers in summer. Jun-Aug. H45cm S45cm.

Care Instructions

Best grown in sun or partial shade and any soil that is not too dry. Good in containers.

  • Grasses & Bamboos
  • Good for partial shade
  • Good for sun
  • Good for clay
  • Good for well-drained soil
  • Good for autumn
  • Good for summer
  • 30cm to 60cm
Plant No: 593

About Us

Macplants have been growing top-quality perennials and alpines in East Lothian since 1979. We specialise in hardy perennials and grow one of the UK's widest ranges. Of particular note are our collections of Himalayan Blue Poppies (Meconopsis), autumn Gentians, Sanguisorbas, Hostas plus over 50 varieties of perennial Geraniums. 

Our Contacts

Berrybank Nursery,
5 Boggs Holdings,
Pencaitland
East Lothian
EH34 5BA

01875 592871