CAREX STIPATA / AWL FRUITED SEDGE

CAREX STIPATA / AWL FRUITED SEDGE

A Hardy, Clump-Forming Sedge with Unique Seed Heads

Carex stipata, commonly known as Awl Fruited Sedge, is a robust, perennial grass that features long, arching green foliage and distinctive seed heads. This native sedge thrives in moist, well-drained soils and is well-suited for wetlands, stream banks, or shady woodland settings. With its adaptability to a range of soil types and moisture conditions, it’s an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardens that require a hardy, ornamental grass.

Why Choose Awl Fruited Sedge?

• Unique Seed Heads: Distinctive, awl-shaped seed heads add interest in late spring and summer.

• Drought Tolerant: Once established, it can tolerate dry conditions, making it a resilient addition to your landscape.

• Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and requires minimal care, perfect for naturalized areas or low-maintenance gardens.

• Adaptable to Moist Conditions: Ideal for planting near water features or in moisture-retentive areas.

Key Features

• Foliage Color: Long, green, arching leaves that provide texture and visual interest.

• Growth Habit: Clump-forming, typically growing 18–24 inches tall and 12–18 inches wide.

• Hardiness: Tolerates USDA Zones 4–9, adaptable to a variety of climates and soil conditions.

• Seed Heads: Distinctive awl-shaped seed heads, which are ornamental and add interest to the landscape.

Specifications

• Plant Size: Typically grows 18–24 inches tall and 12–18 inches wide.

• Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9, ideal for a wide range of growing conditions.

• Sunlight: Prefers partial to full shade for best growth.

• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained soils, but adaptable to a range of soil types including slightly acidic or neutral.

Ideal Uses

• Wetland or Moisture-Rich Gardens: Perfect for planting near ponds, streams, or boggy areas.

• Woodland Gardens: Adds texture and interest to shaded or woodland garden areas.

• Groundcover: Works well as a low-maintenance groundcover in moist or partially shaded locations.

• Naturalized Landscapes: Ideal for naturalized or wildlife-friendly landscapes, where its hardiness and unique seed heads will shine.

Carex stipata, or Awl Fruited Sedge, is a hardy and ornamental grass that thrives in moisture-rich or shaded environments. Its distinctive seed heads, resilience, and minimal care requirements make it an excellent choice for wetland gardens, groundcover, or shaded borders.

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