CAREX GLAUCA BLUE ZINGER / SEDGE

CAREX GLAUCA BLUE ZINGER / BLUE ZINGER SEDGE

Striking Blue Foliage with a Compact, Tidy Form

Carex glauca ‘Blue Zinger’, also known as Blue Zinger Sedge, is a beautiful ornamental grass that brings a cool blue hue to any landscape. Its slender, arching foliage creates a clean and compact mound, making it a perfect choice for containers, borders, or groundcover. With its eye-catching color and low-maintenance nature, Blue Zinger Sedge is ideal for adding texture and visual interest to your garden year-round.

Why Choose Blue Zinger Sedge?

• Cool Blue Foliage: The striking blue-green blades offer a unique color that contrasts beautifully with other plants.
• Compact Growth Habit: Forms a tidy, low-growing mound that is perfect for borders or containers.
• Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care and is resilient in various garden settings.
• Cold Hardy: Thrives in cool climates, providing reliable interest through the seasons.

Key Features:

• Unique Blue Color: The cool blue-green foliage stands out in the garden, providing a calming effect.
• Clump-Forming: Grows into a neat, compact clump, ideal for groundcover or small garden spaces.
• Tolerates Moisture: Performs well in moist, well-drained soils, making it perfect for rain gardens or near water features.
• Evergreen: Retains its foliage through the winter, offering year-round garden interest.

Specifications:

• Plant Size: 12–18 inches tall, 12–18 inches wide.
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9.
• Sunlight: Prefers partial shade but can tolerate some sun.
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained soil, adaptable to various soil types.

Ideal Uses:

• Borders & Groundcover: Adds color and texture to garden edges and is perfect as low-maintenance groundcover.
• Containers & Planters: An excellent choice for adding a pop of blue in pots on patios or balconies.
• Rain Gardens & Moist Areas: Thrives in damp conditions, making it a great addition to rain gardens or near water features.

Carex glauca ‘Blue Zinger’ is an excellent choice for those looking for a striking, low-maintenance sedge with cool blue foliage that adds both texture and color to their landscape. Whether planted in garden beds, containers, or moist areas, it provides consistent beauty and interest through every season.