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Carex vulpinoidea

Fox Sedge

Plant Type: Grass - Ornamental
FULL sun to MORNING sun/AFTERNOON shade

Missouri native sedge grows on moist open ground in swamps, wet prairies or near water, is one of the most abundant sedges in the state. Foliage consist of narrow grass-like leaf blades. The seed heads, which spray out attractively from the center of the clump, resemble a fox's tail but are short-lived.


Height

12-36"

Spread

24"

Growth Habit

FILLER (mounded)

Landscape Application:

Water margins, pond's edge and rain gardens.

Carex vulpinoidea Plant Care:

Prefers damp to very wet soil.

USDA Hardiness Zone: Zone 3 (-40/-30F)

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Fox Sedge Characteristics & Attributes

Season of Interest

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

Mid Season (May - June)
Late Season (July - frost)
Soil Moisture Needs

High or consistent soil moisture.

Moist
Critter Resistance
Deer Resistant

Fox Sedge Additional Information

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