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Publication Type:
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Author(s): | Burrell, C. Colston |
Title: | Sharp sedges: These tough, versatile ornamentals are finally getting the attention they deserve |
Source: | Horticulture. Vol. 100, No. 4, August 2003, p. 42-47. |
Publishing Information: | Boston, MA: Primedia Special Interest Publications |
# of Pages: | 6 |
Keywords: | TIC Keywords: Ornamental plants; Cyperaceae; Landscape design; Shade resistance; Color; Texture; Plant profile
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Abstract/Contents: | Discusses sedges and the benefits of using them in gardens. States that sedges can be used "in a variety of landscape settings, from containers to low-maintenance groundcover plantings. Some can even be used as a no-mow substitute for turf." Explains that sedges are "ideal for woodland gardens" due to their shade tolerance. Says that "one of the most innovative uses for sedges is as a lawn substitute" due to their minimal mowing requirements. States that "the uses for sedges are limited only by your imagination." |
Language: | English |
References: | 0 |
Note: | Pictures, color Tables Includes sidebars "A dozen desert island sedges", p. 44 and "Sedge structure", p. 45 |
| ASA/CSSA/SSSA Citation (Crop Science-Like - may be incomplete): Burrell, C. C. 2003. Sharp sedges: These tough, versatile ornamentals are finally getting the attention they deserve. Horticulture. 100(4):p. 42-47. |
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