Cyperus alternifolius
Umbrella Flatsedge
Description
This perennial will grow 2'-4' tall and has tiny flat leaves with greenish flowers at the center. It looks great near pools, waterfalls, in pots or planters. Be careful if you plant this in a pond; it can take over!
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Green
Flower Season
Constant
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium, High
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Invasive
Design Styles
Water Garden, Wetlands
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Shrub Border, Swimming Pool, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.