False Hop Sedge (Carex lupuliformis) plant — close-up photo
Moderate to grow

False Hop Sedge

Carex lupuliformis

Overview

False Hop Sedge is an encrusting perennial herb that grows along wetlands in North America. It is one of the most common rushes found in coastal areas. The plant grows in mats, often forming large colonies. Its brown wiry stem grows up to 80 centimeters tall and is topped with bright green leaves. Its clustered inflorescences, which appear in July, are composed of conspicuous terminal spikelets. False Hop Sedge is a valuable food source for many animals and provides cover to small aquatic creatures. It's also used for soil erosion control and landscaping, as it requires a minimal amount of watering and maintenance.

Care Guide

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Watering

Minimal — every "2-3" days.

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Light

Sun.

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Pruning

Best pruned in March, April, May.

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Propagation

Division, Cutting, Seed Propagation, Stolon

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