Hop sedge
Carex lupulina
Carex
Cyperaceae
Native Plants
Zone 4–9
🐾 Pet-Safe
This native sedge prefers consistently moist soil and partial shade conditions. Water regularly to maintain soil moisture but ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. Ideal for rain gardens and wetland borders.
Care Requirements
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 30″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
15″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Keep Soil Consistently Moist But Not Waterlogged
Soil pH
6.2 – 7
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 18″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Propagation: Seed
Ecology & Origin
Native to
Alabama
Arkansas
Connecticut
Delaware
District of Columbia
Florida
Georgia
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Masachusettes
Mexico Gulf
Mexico Northeast
Michigan
Minnesota
Attracts
🐝 Birds
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Apr 30, 2021 by Erika Lozano (cc-by-sa)
Hardiness Zones
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
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