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Cyperus Species, Coastal Cutty Grass, Giant Umbrella Sedge

Cyperusustulatus

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Family
Cyperaceae (sy-peer-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Cyperus (sy-PEER-us)
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Species
ustulatus (us-tuh-LAY-tus)
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Synonym
Cyperus ustulatus f. grandispiculosus
Mariscus ustulatus
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Evergreen
Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger

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Bloom Color
Chartreuse (yellow-green)
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
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Category
Ornamental Grasses and Bamboo
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics

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Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Regional
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