Common Lake Sedge (Carex lacustris) KARE-ex lacustris |
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| Other Names | Carex lacustris (NGN) |
| Family | Cyperaceae |
| Teaser | Wetland Sedge with bluish-green foliage. Will grow in full sun or part shade. Spreads by rhizomes. Food source for waterfowl. Tolerates seasonal flooding. |
| Description |
Carex lacustris is a native North American sedge that forms large, dense clumps. Growing 2-3 feet tall, this species features wide, blue-green leaf blades and distinctive, cylindrical flower/fruit spikes. Lake Sedge prefers consistently wet, boggy soils in full sun to partial shade conditions. It is naturally found in shallow marshes, lake margins, and other wetland habitats. C. lacustris is valued for its ability to tolerate standing water and provide erosion control. |
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| Plant Data | |
| I am a... | Deciduous Perennial |
| Mature Size | 3 - 4 feet tall. 24 - 36 inches wide. |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun - Partial Shade |
| Moisture Tolerance | - Wet: |
| Zones | 3a - 6b |
| Tags | Deer Resistant, Grasses, Illinois Native, Rabbit Resistant, Wet Site Tolerant |
| Bloom Period | May |
| Flower Color | Green |
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