Circumpolar Sedge

Overview

Circumpolar Sedge (Carex adelostoma) is a cushion-forming plant native to the Arctic and Subarctic regions of the Northern Hemisphere. It typically grows in short spiky tufts of green foliage in dry, sandy tundra environments. As a sedge, it has a grass-like appearance without having true stems or leaves. Its shallow, fibrous roots form a tight mat that stabilizes the soil and buffers against wind and cold temperatures. In spring and summer its small, light green flowers appear, adding an attractive accent to the landscape. Its tremendous cold tolerance makes it an essential species of the circumpolar region.

Care Guide