Grass - Ornamental

Carex stricta

Tussock Sedge

Plant Type: Grass - Ornamental

Exposure: Sun Tolerant Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade

FULL sun to MORNING sun/AFTERNOON shade

A wetland native that grows in 2-3' tall clumps about 2' wide. As old leaves die, they build up around the living plant, making a "tussock" or little hill. It grows in or near water and spreads by rhizomes.

Height

24-36"

Spread

3-5'

Growth Habit

THRILLER (upright)

Landscape Application:

Turf alternative in moist/wet area. Excellent border for ponds, water margins and rain gardens.

Carex stricta Plant Care:

Prefers moist to wet soils. Cut to ground in March.

USDA Hardiness Zone: Zone 5 (-20/-10F)

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Tussock Sedge Characteristics & Attributes

Season of Interest

MIDSEASON (May-June), LATE (July-frost)

Mid Season (May - June)

Late Season (July - frost)

Soil Moisture Needs

Moderate to high soil moisture.

Moderate

Moist

Special Benefits

Bog

Critter Resistance

Deer Resistant