Carex stricta

Tussock Sedge

Prefers moist, shaded areas. Delicate foliage grows to form dense tufts. In wetter sites, the tuft forms above the water line. Spreads by rhizomes. Food for turtles, waterfowl. Tolerates seasonal flooding.

  • Height: 24" – 36"
  • Width: 18" – 24"
  • Soil Conditions: Moist
  • Flower Color: Green
  • Bloom Time: May
  • Hardiness Zone: 3 To 9
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  • Plant Characteristics

  • Attributes

    • Emergent
    • Rain Garden Sun
  • Attracts Wildlife

    • Attracts Wildlife
    • Attracts Butterflies
  • Plant Habit

    • Upright
  • Light Conditions

    • Sun to Part Shade
  • Native Plant Community

    • Wet Prairie
    • Wetland
  • Flower Color

    • Green
  • Flower Hue

    • Light
  • Flower Type

    • Spike
  • Flower Height

    • 24" to 36"
  • Foliage Color

    • Green
  • Leaf Texture

    • Fine
  • Flower Size

    • 1/4" or Less
  • Soil Moisture

    • Moist
  • Growth Rate

    • Average
  • Origin

    • 90 Miles From Mg