Carex leptalea
Carex leptalea
Carex
Cyperaceae
Native Plants
Zone 4–9
🐾 Pet-Safe
🌱 Beginner Friendly
This native sedge thrives in moist, shaded areas and requires minimal care once established. Plant in partial shade with consistent moisture for best growth. Excellent for naturalizing wet spots in the garden where other plants struggle.
Care Requirements
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 30″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
8″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Deeply When Soil Surface Feels Dry, Allow Excess To Drain
Soil pH
4.8 – 6.9
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 18″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Propagation: Seed
Ecology & Origin
Native to
Alabama
Alaska
Alberta
Arkansas
British Columbia
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
District of Columbia
Dominican Republic
Florida
Georgia
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kentucky
Labrador
Louisiana
Attracts
🐝 Birds
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Hardiness Zones
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
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