COMMERCIAL NURSERY – NATIVE WETLAND PLANTS
Cyperus exaltatus – Giant Sedge – common sedge
A tussock forming perennial sedge, common in shallow water along fresh water dams, rivers, creeks and lagoons. It is a quick growing colonizer ideal for constructed wetlands, as it quickly stabilizes soils and provides good animal habitat. Tall clumping perennial with light green stems and foliage.
Uses: Constructed wetlands, Erosion control on dam and creek banks, Bird habitat.
DIMENSIONS | FLOWERING
Dimensions: Height: 1 – 1.5 metres | Width:500mm – 1m
Flowering: Summer, autumn and winter. Yellow- brown flower spikes occurring in groups to form an umbrella shape.
ASPECT | SOIL TYPE
Aspect: Grows in full sun and up to 50% shade in shallow water from 0-500mm deep, from the coast to inland areas Soil type: Most soils through to shallow water on river and stream banks.
PLANTING RATES | MAINTENANCE
Planting rates: Mass planting: 5 to 7/m2Maintenance: Requires consistent water
SIZES | AVAILABILITY
Available sizes: tubes
Availability: contact Bluedale Wholesale Nursery for current availability list or to discuss our pre-grow commercial plant service.
