Cherokee Sedge

Carex Cherokeensis

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Overview

Cherokee Sedge (Carex cherokeensis) is a versatile perennial grass, thriving in USDA zones 6-9. Adaptable to both sun and shade, it flourishes in moist, well-drained soil, reaching up to 2-3 feet tall and wide. Its arching green foliage is deer-resistant, providing a luscious ground cover and attractive texture in rain gardens or alongside streambanks. This low-maintenance sedge is an excellent choice for naturalistic and woodland landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 8–11Climate Arid, Subtropical

Cherokee Sedge (Carex Cherokeensis) — Cherokee Sedge (Carex cherokeensis) is a versatile perennial grass, thriving in USDA zones 6-9

Cherokee Sedge (Carex Cherokeensis) — Adaptable to both sun and shade

Cherokee Sedge (Carex Cherokeensis) — reaching up to 2-3 feet tall and wide

Cherokee Sedge (Carex Cherokeensis) — Its arching green foliage is deer-resistant

Cherokee Sedge (Carex Cherokeensis) — providing a luscious ground cover and attractive texture in rain gardens or alongside streambanks

Cherokee Sedge (Carex Cherokeensis) — This low-maintenance sedge is an excellent choice for naturalistic and woodland landscapes

Cherokee Sedge (Carex Cherokeensis) — scientifically named Carex cherokeensis

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 8–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 12–18 Inches
Mature width: 12–18 Inches

Classification

Family: Cyperaceae
Climate: Arid, Subtropical

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Cherokee Sedge (Carex Cherokeensis) — Cherokee Sedge (Carex cherokeensis) is a versatile perennial grass, thriving in USDA zones 6-9

Cherokee Sedge (Carex Cherokeensis) — Adaptable to both sun and shade

Cherokee Sedge (Carex Cherokeensis) — reaching up to 2-3 feet tall and wide

Cherokee Sedge (Carex Cherokeensis) — Its arching green foliage is deer-resistant

Cherokee Sedge (Carex Cherokeensis) — providing a luscious ground cover and attractive texture in rain gardens or alongside streambanks

Cherokee Sedge (Carex Cherokeensis) — This low-maintenance sedge is an excellent choice for naturalistic and woodland landscapes

Cherokee Sedge (Carex Cherokeensis) — scientifically named Carex cherokeensis

Cherokee Sedge (Carex Cherokeensis) — clump-forming sedge native to the southeastern United States

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