Carex for Every Garden
Mt Cuba Center, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707 Map
Public Welcome Program/Speaker Presentation
Carex are a diverse and versatile, yet underutilized genus of native plants that are overflowing with garden merit. They can fill various niches in landscapes as groundcovers and living mulch, while some can even be used on their own as specimen plants. Traditionally thought of as shade perennials, some Carex species exhibit remarkable tolerances to full sun as well, making them a viable and worthy addition to the garden. Sam Hoadley, Manager of Horticultural Research, will offer a preview of top-performing Carex from Mt. Cuba Center's Trial Garden and will discuss strategies and examples of how to successfully incorporate Carex in your home garden. A tour of the Carex trial completes the class. $29. Register