Carex appressa

Tall Sedge

Cyperaceae

Description:

A clumping sedge with long, narrow leaves and foxtail-like greenish-brown flower spikes. Thrives in moist soils, tolerates waterlogged roots, is frost resistant, and attracts butterflies. Ideal for poolside planting.

Special Features:

Attracts birds and bees
Frost and drought tolerant
Leaves have sharp edges

Natural Habitat:

Fresh Water Wetland, Wet Eucalypt Forest

Aspect:

Full Sun

Soil/Conditions:

Moist, Adaptable

Tree/Shrub Height:

Clumping sedge to 1.5m

Attracts:

Fauna, Seed eating birds, Butterflies

Flower Colour:

N/A

Carex appressa - Tall Sedge

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