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Carex woodii

Pretty Sedge

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$10.52 Regular Price

  • Product Info

    Pretty Sedge (Carex woodii)
    Sedge Family

    Pretty Sedge was thrown into the spotlight after Mt. Cuba's excellent trial and review of native sedges. It was rated as the best performer in the garden for ornamental value and its versatility as a potential lawn replacement. This sedge is naturally found in shady woodlands, so performs well in with little sunlight, but is also suitable for part sun and some full sun in more moderate climates. It will spread slowly over time through rhizomes to form a thick, semi-evergreen mat of foliage. Carex woodii can be an excellent lawn replacement for shaded or woodland areas, offering a low-maintenance, visually appealing alternative to traditional grass.

    Blooms: Yellow, 3-4 weeks, April-May
    Leaves: 6-12” evergreen leaves are blue-green
    Height: 6-12”
    Space: 6-12”
    Soil: Average-Moist
    Exposure: Part shade-Shade-Part sun-Full Sun
    Fauna: Bristle-like seed heads turn golden brown when ripe 
    Seeds: Spike-like seed heads turn golden brown when ripe and are very attractive
    Deer Resistance: High
    Zone: 4-8
    Native Status: NC native, uncommon in the Mountains
    Provenance: Unknown, seed grown