Field Sedge
Carex conoidea
Overview
Field Sedge is a perennial species of grass-like flowering plant. It typically grows to a height of 20–60 cm. Its leaves are smooth, thin, light green to gray-green in color, and turn yellow in autumn. Its flowers are small, yellow-green, and arranged in spikes. Its seed heads are cylindrical, brown to gray-brown, and covered in small bristles. Field Sedge is tolerant of different soils, sun and moisture conditions, and is commonly found in disturbed areas and old fields in the eastern United States. It is a useful species to incorporate in gardens for its attractive foliage, and is a popular choice for erosion control.
Care Guide
Watering
Minimal
Light
Sun.
Soil
Sand, Loam
Pruning
Best pruned in February, March, April.
Propagation
Division, Cutting, Seed Propagation, Layering Propagation
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