Similar to Carex pansa but growing taller. The fine textured grass-like blades can reach a foot or more tall and spreads freely by rhizomes to form a thick weed smothering groundcover. Useful for meadows, green roofs, bio-swales, erosion control and as a lawn substitute. Can be left natural where it has a lush tousled appearance or trimmed occasionally for a low turf-like appearance. Tolerates drought, inundation, poor soils, salt spray, heat, cold, shade and foot traffic. Plant in sun to light shade where it requires some summer moisture but far less than a conventional lawn. Will go summer dormant if allowed to get too dry. Deer resistant.
Carex praegracilis
field sedge, clustered field sedge
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Plant Types
Size
- Average Height: 1 - 2 ft
- Average Width: 2 - 3 ft
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Flowers and Foliage
Our monthly inventory was updated on April 16, 2026. To confirm current availability, please call ahead. We do not ship plants.
| Inventory Notes | 4in |
|---|---|
| 200 young | 248 available$6.50 each |
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