
Greater tussock sedge
Carex paniculata
Greater tussock sedge is a robust, clump-forming perennial that thrives in wet to boggy soils and is perfect for pond edges, rain gardens, and waterlogged areas where few other plants succeed. It requires very little maintenance once established and develops impressive architectural tussocks that provide year-round structure and wildlife habitat. Plant in partial shade to full sun with consistently moist or wet conditions for best growth.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
24″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days; More Frequent In Dry Spells • Keep Soil Consistently Moist To Wet; Tolerates Standing Water
Soil pH
5.5 – 6.5
Temperature
-50° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 30, 2016 by Tela Botanica − Florent BECK (cc-by-sa)
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