Blue Zinger Sedge

Blue Zinger Sedge (Carex 'Blue Zinger')

Blue Zinger Sedge (Carex 'Blue Zinger') is a striking ornamental sedge known for its narrow, blue-gray foliage and compact, clumping habit. This evergreen perennial adds cool color and fine texture to shade gardens, borders, and container plantings, thriving in moist, well-drained soils.

Distinctive Features

'Blue Zinger' forms dense clumps of slender, arching leaves that maintain their blue-gray coloration year-round, providing consistent visual interest. Its fine texture and vibrant color make it an excellent choice for adding contrast in shaded landscapes and mixed plantings.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Partial shade to full shade
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter
• Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5�9

Ideal Uses

• Shade Gardens: Adds cool color and texture in shady spots
• Mixed Borders: Provides blue-gray contrast among perennials
• Container Planting: Suitable for pots and small garden spaces
• Woodland Gardens: Complements native trees and shrubs
• Naturalistic Landscapes: Enhances texture and color in shaded settings

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Maintain consistent soil moisture; avoid drying out
• Pruning: Remove old or damaged foliage in early spring
• Fertilizing: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring if needed
• Mulching: Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
• Protection: Prefers sheltered, shaded environments

Why Choose Blue Zinger Sedge?

• Unique Blue-Gray Foliage: Adds year-round cool color to shade gardens
• Compact Growth Habit: Ideal for borders, containers, and shaded areas
• Evergreen: Maintains foliage color throughout the seasons
• Moisture-Loving: Thrives in consistently moist soils
• Focal Point: Provides striking color and form in mixed plantings

Carex 'Blue Zinger' is a colorful, low-maintenance sedge that brings cool tones and graceful texture to shaded landscapes and container plantings.