Crawe's Sedge

Overview

Crawe's Sedge (Carex crawei) is a common perennial sedge of the Great Plains. It can be found growing in wet meadows and along shorelines. This species has an upright, tufted form that grows between 6-18 inches tall. Its leaves are green and narrow. Its creamy white, fuzzy, egg-shaped seed heads are unique and attractive. Crawe's Sedge is found in North America across the southern Great Plains, from Nebraska to Texas and from Oklahoma to Colorado. It performs well in moist, sunny meadows, requiring full sun and poorly drained soil to thrive. This species can attract both hummingbirds and butterflies, adding additional beauty and interest to any garden.

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