Common Lake Sedge, Carex Seed

Common Lake Sedge, Carex Seed

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Common Lake Sedge, Carex Seed

Common Lake Sedge Carex Seed

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  • Waterfowl and marsh birds forage on mature grains
  • Seeds nourish waterfowl and wetland songbirds
  • Foliage hosts several native skipper butterflies
  • Best planted where vigorous spread is welcome

Key Attributes

Botanical Name
Carex lacustris
Days to maturity
Second Year
Sun
Full Sun, Partial, Full Shade
Packet
25 Seeds

About Common Lake Sedge, Carex Seed

Common Lake Sedge is a historic component of North American lake margins and marshes, spreading through underground rhizomes. Its tall stands provide wetland cover, and its leaves host Broad-Winged Skipper and brown butterfly caterpillars. Waterfowl and songbirds eat its seeds, while some wetland mammals browse the roots. Reserve this vigorous sedge for large, wet restoration sites.

Growing details

Planting
Sow Depth
1/8 inch
Days to Germination
Over 21 Days
C60 - Cold Moist 60 Days
In-row plant spacing
18–24 inches

Plant profile

Life Cycle
Perennial
Hardiness Zone
Zones 3-7
Plant Height
36 inches
Growth Habits
Spreading, Upright

Seed & variety

Seeds Per Ounce
15000
Color
Green
Seed Type
Open Pollinated
Additional Characteristics
Low Maintenance, Shade Tolerant
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Common Lake Sedge, Carex Seed