Tussock Sedge
Carex Stricta
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 3–9Type GrassClimate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half, Shade
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 3–9
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 1–3 Ft.
- Mature width
- 1–3 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Grass
- Family
- Cyperaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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- Harry Rose from Dungog, Australia, CC BY 2.0 · source
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- John Tann from Sydney, Australia, CC BY 2.0 · source
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- Ayotte, Gilles, 1948-, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
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