Slough Sedge

Carex obnupta Slough sedge is an easy-to-grow, evergreen sedge that looks great all year long and functions well in many landscape applications from bioswales to hedgerows. It grows vigorously in wet soils and, over time, creates dense areas of tufted vegetation with drooping dark brown to black inflorescence and seed heads, which are adored by birds from spring to fall. Plant type/canopy layer: evergreen, perennial, sedge Size at maturity: up to 36" tall, spreads laterally by rhizomes as moisture permits Light requirements: full sun, part sun/part shade Moisture requirements: moist to wet soil Bloom time: n/a Growth rate/ease: fast growing, very easy to grow Wildlife support: seeds are an excellent food source for many bird species including marsh birds, shorebirds, coots, ducks, upland game birds, and songbirds; overall plant provides excellent cover, bedding and nesting material for ducks, countless other species of birds, beavers, minks, otters. It is also a caterpill