Uncinia uncinata
RED HOOK SEDGE, HAWAII BIRDCATCHING SEDGE
Cyperaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen sedge

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: constantly moist to usually boggy

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: moderate wind, light frost
0.4m
Plant habit
 
0.4m

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Flowers: brown-black

Flowering Time: mid summer to late summer

Leaves: red-brown
 
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Uncinia uncinata
RED HOOK SEDGE, HAWAII BIRDCATCHING SEDGE
Cyperaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen sedge

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: constantly moist to usually boggy

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: moderate wind, light frost
0.4m
Plant habit
 
0.4m

FEATURES

Flowers: brown-black

Flowering Time: mid summer to late summer

Leaves: red-brown


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, contemporary, coastal & cottage designs

Uses: informal edging, pot, mass planting, accents, border, soil binding

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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