Carex plantaginea
Seersucker Sedge
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Seersucker Sedge (Carex plantaginea) - Description
Carex plantaginea is a perennial herb of the sedge family with the common name seersucker sedge or plaintainleaf sedge, which grows up to 0. 9 metres (2 ft 11 in) tall. It grows in meadows and woods from Maine to Georgia.
Seersucker Sedge (Carex plantaginea) - Growth
Deciduous and evergreen, rhizomatous or tufted perennials. Does well in borders, containers, rock gardens or water gardens. Some species are good candidates for erosion control on hillsides as well. Grows fine with full sun or partial shade.
Seersucker Sedge (Carex plantaginea) - Planting
Some varieties should be planted in moist areas, whereas others are quite drought-tolerant. Similarly, light requirements vary between varieties. Some varieties are self-sowing and may become invasive.
Seersucker Sedge (Carex plantaginea) - Pest
Aphids occur sometimes. Carex is also prone to smuts, fungal leaf spots, and rust.
Seersucker Sedge (Carex plantaginea) - Interesting facts
Sedges are distributed all over the world, but predominantly found in temperate regions. They are predominantly found in marshes. In landscaping, they are often used as borders, ground cover, in water gardens or in containers. Also good for erosion control.
Seersucker Sedge (Carex plantaginea) - Soil and irrigation
Sedges have a wide variety of watering needs. Many are generally associated with soggy soils, but some species can withstand droughts.
