Carex brachytricha
A Japanese sedge forming upright clumps with narrow foliage. The bottlebrush-like flower spikes appear in late summer providing extended interest. More shade-tolerant than many sedges. Native to Asian woodlands. The upright habit creates vertical interest.
Prefers shade or part shade with average moisture. Suitable for shade gardens, woodland edges, and with perennials. The late-season flowers extend sedge interest. The bottlebrush spikes are distinctive. Combines well with hostas and ferns. Clumping and well-behaved. The upright form provides structure. Low maintenance requiring minimal care once established.
Growing Conditions
Light: part shade to shade
Moisture: average
Soil: average
Hardiness zone: 5
Maintenance: low
Size & Habit
Height (cm): 40
Spread (cm): 40
Habit: upright clump
Seasonal Interest
Flowering period: Aug–Sept
Seasonal interest: late summer to fall bloom; bottlebrush spikes; upright form
Foliage: green
Flower: tan
Ecology & Notes
Wildlife value: wildlife habitat
Deer/Rabbit resistance: yes
Habitat: shade gardens; woodland edges; with perennials; late interest
Features: bottlebrush flower spikes; upright clumps; shade-tolerant; Japanese woodland native; late-season bloom; vertical interest
Notes: Japanese woodland native; bottlebrush spikes; late-season flowers; shade-tolerant; upright habit; clumping