Tussock Sedge

Carex Stricta

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Overview

Carex stricta, commonly known as Tussock Sedge, thrives in wetland areas, forming dense clumps up to 2-3 ft wide. It stands about 1-3 ft tall with narrow, grass-like leaves. The inconspicuous greenish-brown flower spikes appear in late spring. This hardy perennial prefers full sun to part shade and is ideal for rain gardens and water edges, creating habitat for wildlife and preventing soil erosion. Hardy in zones 4-9.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 3–9Climate Temperate

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — commonly known as Tussock Sedge

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — The inconspicuous greenish-brown flower spikes appear in late spring

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — forming dense clumps up to 2-3 ft wide

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — creating habitat for wildlife and preventing soil erosion

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — It stands about 1-3 ft tall with narrow, grass-like leaves

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — commonly known as Tussock Sedge

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — Characterized by its dense

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 1–3 Ft.
Mature width: 1–3 Ft.

Classification

Family: Cyperaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — This hardy perennial prefers full sun to part shade and is ideal for rain gardens and water edges

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — The inconspicuous greenish-brown flower spikes appear in late spring

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — forming dense clumps up to 2-3 ft wide

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — creating habitat for wildlife and preventing soil erosion

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — It stands about 1-3 ft tall with narrow, grass-like leaves

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — commonly known as Tussock Sedge

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — Characterized by its dense

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — aiding in the establishment of a biodiverse ecosystem.<br><br>Notable for its narrow

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — These tussocks offer elevated platforms for a variety of wildlife

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — which can reach heights of 1-2 feet with a comparable spread

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — Carex stricta forms distinctive tussocks

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — Tussock Sedge (Carex stricta)

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — presents a unique textural element to wetland-inspired landscape designs

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — Tussock Sedge is hardy and adaptable to a range of moist to wet soil conditions

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — Ideally suited to USDA zones 4 through 9

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — The plant flourishes in full to partial sun, making it a flexible choice for varying garden exposures

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — the foliage adorns the landscape with a fine texture

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — inconspicuous greenish-brown flower spikes emerge

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — making it a prime candidate for rain gardens

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — or naturalized areas near ponds and streams.<br><br>During the late spring

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — ensuring a low-maintenance presence in the garden.<br><br>When designing with Carex stricta

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — Plant spacing of 1.5 to 2.5 feet on center is recommended to allow the tussocks to mature and create a dense

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — visually appealing ground cover

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — Incorporating this native sedge en masse offers both ecological function and an elegant

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