Carex plantaginea ~ Seersucker Sedge dramatic-color The color contrasts nicely against

The color contrasts nicely against the large panicles of deep pink flowers that bloom early in summer and will bloom again later in summer if the first flush of flowers is deadheaded

Its large arching panicles bloom on old wood with double white flowers that fade to pink in summer attracting butterflies

Cyperus alternifolius - South China Botanical Garden 2013

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Carex plantaginea ~ Seersucker Sedge dramatic-color The color contrasts nicely againstSeersucker Sedge is a shade loving clumping evergreen ornamental grass with broad dimpled foliage that emerges maroon and matures to shiny green with prominent veins. Delicate purple blooms appear in early spring above the foliage. Prefers partial sun and moist well drained soil but can tolerate drier conditions. Carex plantaginea is a host plant for several woodland butterflies, including the Appalachian Brown. The seeds are attractive for birds.