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

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 sedge is typically free from serious pests or diseases

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — consider its need for consistent moisture

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — adding to its seasonal interest

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — forming dense clumps up to 2-3 ft wide; which can reach heights of 1-2 feet with a comparable spread

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — grass with red blooms

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — verdant aesthetic to any water-centric landscaping project

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — red flowers in the garden

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — commonly known as Tussock Sedge; the inconspicuous greenish-brown flower spikes appear in late spring

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — grass for full or half or shade

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — It stands about 1-3 ft tall with narrow, grass-like leaves; making it a prime candidate for rain gardens

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — Characterized by its dense; red flowers in the garden

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — The inconspicuous greenish-brown flower spikes appear in late spring; plant spacing of 1.5 to 2.5 feet on center is recommended

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

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — creating habitat for wildlife and preventing soil erosion; presents a unique textural element to wetland-inspired landscape

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

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — presents a unique textural element to wetland-inspired landscape designs; this sedge is typically free from serious pests or

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — Carex stricta forms distinctive tussocks; this hardy perennial prefers full sun to part shade and is ideal for rain gardens and

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — These tussocks offer elevated platforms for a variety of wildlife; or naturalized areas near ponds and streams.<br><br>During

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — which can reach heights of 1-2 feet with a comparable spread; these tussocks offer elevated platforms for a variety of wildlife

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

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — the foliage adorns the landscape with a fine texture; forming dense clumps up to 2-3 ft wide

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

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — making it a prime candidate for rain gardens; grass with red blooms

Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — Ideally suited to USDA zones 4 through 9, image 47

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