Carex tomentosa
Carex tomentosa
Carex tomentosa is a compact, woolly-fruited sedge native to damp meadows and woodland edges across central and eastern Europe. It performs best in moist, moderately fertile soils in partial shade and requires little maintenance once established. This sedge makes a fine addition to naturalistic borders, rain gardens, or wildlife plantings.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days During Dry Periods; Rainfall Usually Sufficient • Water Moderately Until Soil Is Evenly Moist; Avoid Waterlogging
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
-20° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Division
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
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