Carex stipata

Carex stipata, also known as Owlfruit Sedge, is a clump forming wetland species valued for its ability to stabilize streambanks and filter runoff in rain gardens and bioswales. Its spiky seedheads and bright green arching blades contribute both structure and movement to naturalized plantings and wetland edges. Height & Spread: 24 - 36 in x 18 - 24 in Bloom Time: Spring to early summer Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade Soil Preference: Moist to wet soils; tolerates periodic flooding Watering Needs: High; requires consistent moisture or wet conditions Deer Resistance: Seldom browsed due to fibrous foliage texture Native Status Carex stipata is native to North America, commonly found in marshes, swamps, wet meadows, and ditches throughout much of the United States and southern Canada. WILDLIFE & INSECTS Birds Seeds are eaten by waterfowl such as mallards and wood ducks; dense foliage offers nesting cover for marsh birds like red winged blackbirds. Beneficial Insects