Hair Like Sedge

Overview

Hair like Sedge is a graceful perennial with arching stems of fine threadlike leaves. At the top of each slender stem a delicate flower spike appears. It produces tiny yellow-brown or purplish flowers beginning in spring and lasting until early summer. The small fruit is a nutlet surrounded by a sac-like structure known as a perigynium. This tall native sedge forms a neat clump of grass-like foliage and its airy appearance means it will not overpower other perennials planted nearby. It can be found in wetland areas and all around the world. It is a great choice for naturalizing, and in particular, for adding texture to the garden.

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