Carex squarrosa
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Tried and True Recommended by 1 Professional
Species Native to Missouri
Common Name: squarrose sedge
Type: Rush or Sedge
Family: Cyperaceae
Zone: 4 to 6
Native Range: Eastern and central United States
Height: 1.5 to 2 feet
Spread: 1 to 2 feet
Bloom Time: April to September
Bloom Color: Green
Bloom Description: Green
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Water: Wet
Maintenance: Low
Flowers: Flowers not Showy
Tolerates: Wet Soil, Deer
Uses: Erosion Control, Rain Garden, Water Plant

Culture

Carex squarrosa grows well in full sun to partial shade. It needs moist soil such as in a wet meadow or lake margin, even tolerating flooding.

Noteworthy Characteristics

This sedge is found in eastern Missouri on the wet soils of swampy meadows and woods, flood plains, and wet prairies. Its narrow grass-like leaves grow up to 2' in height. The showy seedheads are thimble-shaped and remain on the plant all summer.

Problems

The foliage may become less attractive or die back in summer.

Garden Uses

This sedge is good for stream bank restoration and for growing in areas with consistently wet soil such as around water gardens, lake margins, or wet meadows. Due to its shade tolerance, it is also useful in wooded areas but may require additional water.

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