Lesser pond sedge
Carex acutiformis
Lesser pond sedge is a robust, clump-forming perennial perfectly suited to wet or waterlogged soils along pond margins, streams, or rain gardens. It thrives in partial shade and requires very little maintenance once established. Plant in consistently moist to wet conditions and divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 3-5 Days Or Keep Soil Wet • Keep Soil Consistently Wet To Saturated; Ideal For Pond Edges And Rain Gardens
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
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 May 15, 2021 by Dieter Albrecht (cc-by-sa)
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