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Dense Sedge

Carex densa

Categories
Grass
Native

Plant Description

Ornamental fast-growing rhizomatous deer resistant sedge. Dense sedge is tolerant of flooding and grows great in rain gardens and around ponds.

Plant Details

Life Forms
Grass or Grass-like
Habitats
Floodplains
Gardens
Gravel bars
Lakes
Marshes
Ponds
Riparian areas
Seeps
Waterways
Wet prairies
Wetlands
Soil and Moisture Conditions
Moist to wet
Special Uses
Attracts pollinators and or other beneficial insects
Deer resistant
Erosion control
Evergreen
Ornamental
Provides soil stabilization
Restoration/revegetation
Shade Preference
Full sun
Part shade
Mature Height up to 4'
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