Sedge (Carex spp.)

Sun Needs:

• Full sun to part shade (Most sedges prefer partial shade, but some varieties thrive in full sun.)

Bloom Time:

• Late spring to summer (typically May to June)

Size:

Height: 6 inches to 3 feet (Depends on species, with some spreading more than others.)
Width: 12 to 18 inches (Depends on species, with some spreading more than others.)

Attributes:

• Low-maintenance
• Drought tolerant (varies by species)
• Some varieties are deer resistant
• Tolerates a range of moisture levels from wet to dry
• Can add texture and contrast in landscapes
• Evergreen or semi-evergreen depending on the variety
• Attracts pollinators, especially bees and butterflies

Companion:

• Hosta
• Ferns
• Astilbe
• Lobelia
• Heuchera (Coral Bells)
• Ornamental grasses (like Blue Fescue or Feather Reed Grass)