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Berkeley Sedge

Carex Tumulicola

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Overview

Carex tumulicola, or Berkeley Sedge, is a lush, evergreen perennial grass native to California. Thriving in Zones 8-10, it forms dense, fountain-like clumps 1-2 feet high and 2-3 feet wide. Preferring partial to full shade, it's versatile in various soils with moderate to regular water. Ideal for naturalistic landscapes and erosion control. Tolerates seaside conditions, creating vibrant, low-maintenance ground cover adaptable to both residential and commercial settings.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 8–11Climate Arid, Subtropical
Berkeley Sedge (Carex Tumulicola) — Carex tumulicola, or Berkeley Sedge, is a lush, evergreen perennial grass native to California
Berkeley Sedge (Carex Tumulicola) — Thriving in Zones 8-10, it forms dense, fountain-like clumps 1-2 feet high and 2-3 feet wideBerkeley Sedge (Carex Tumulicola) — Carex tumulicola, or Berkeley Sedge, is a lush, evergreen perennial grass native to CaliforniaBerkeley Sedge (Carex Tumulicola) — Ideal for naturalistic landscapes and erosion control

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Cyperaceae
Climate
Arid, Subtropical

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Berkeley Sedge (Carex Tumulicola) — Preferring partial to full shade, it's versatile in various soils with moderate to regular water
Berkeley Sedge (Carex Tumulicola) — Thriving in Zones 8-10, it forms dense, fountain-like clumps 1-2 feet high and 2-3 feet wide
Berkeley Sedge (Carex Tumulicola) — Carex tumulicola, or Berkeley Sedge, is a lush, evergreen perennial grass native to California
Berkeley Sedge (Carex Tumulicola) — Ideal for naturalistic landscapes and erosion control

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