Carex Stricta Abgl

Upright Sedge
Carex stricta

WNC Native. In early spring, silvery fingers of new growth emerge from the crown and eventually give way to a beautiful display of flowers. The graceful deep-green foliage of this species remains attractive all summer and is seemingly unaffected by short periods of drought. In the wild, they are usually found in wet areas. Excellent choice for native gardens and rain gardens.

They actively grow during the spring and fall when soil temperatures are cool. 

🐢Carex stricta plays a critical ecological role as its crowns are utilized for nesting habitat by the endangered (and tiny and adorable!) southern and northern bog turtles.
🐦 birds love to eat the seeds of Carex stricta.