We’ve been impressed with this evergreen, ever lovely, ever symmetrical sedge from Europe. Tightly clumping deep green plant to 6″ tall x 11″ wide in time. Rich, moist, well drained soil is ideal. Protect from blasting sun and reflected heat. Excellent performance in woodlands, sunny, irrigated borders. Imparts both a natural look but its habit is so symmetrically round that it also gives a modern feel. May be massed for a profound soft effect. Regular summer water- especially during heatwaves. Excellent performance in containers. Easy to grow. Evergreen- but it can look a little burned if we have extreme cold- not to worry new growth quickly hides any tatty leaves in spring. Avoid dense, dry shade, dappled overhead shade is ideal. Deep green appearance year round.
Luzula pilosa ‘Igel’
Family: Cyperaceae Genus: Luzula
Plant type: Grass or Grass-like, Herbaceous perennial
Biomes/Growing conditions: Mesic, Oregon Coast
Sun exposure: Full Sun, Part Shade
USDA Hardiness zone: Zn6a -5º to -10ºF
Foliage color: Dark Green
Foliage season: Evergreen