Short's Sedge, Carex Seed
Short's Sedge Carex Seed
- Dark cylindrical seedheads give moist meadows definition
- Native range centers on the central eastern states
- Tolerates open woodland shade and meadow sunlight
- Prefers consistently moist soils near springs or seeps
Key Attributes
About Short's Sedge, Carex Seed
Short's Sedge is a native of the central and eastern United States, from Kansas toward the Atlantic coast. Its commemorative common name is part of the botanical history of Carex, while dark cylindrical seed heads make this species distinctive in summer. Moist woods and sedge meadows provide its natural habitat and support the small insects and birds associated with sedge stands. Grow it from sun to shade in medium to medium-wet soil.
Growing details
Plant profile
Seed & variety
Before Planting
Planting
Watering
Fertilizer
Harvesting
Tips
Pests & Diseases
Provide airflow around seedlings and avoid stagnant, crowded conditions that encourage damping-off or leaf spotting.
Protect newly sown seed from birds when needed, and inspect seedlings for slugs or chewing insects.
Native States & Regions
- Arkansas
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Maryland
- Missouri
- New York
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Pennsylvania
- Tennessee
- Virginia
- West Virginia
Native regions: Appalachia
Short's Sedge Carex Native Range Map
Native range describes natural occurrence, not the origin of this seed lot or every location where a plant can be grown.
Alaska and Hawaii are shown as insets. State-level range does not mean a plant occurs throughout every part of that state.
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