Appalachian Sedge
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Carex appalachia
Appalachian Sedge is an ideal option for dry, shaded, or otherwise difficult sites. The leaves are uncommonly fine, so although the blades are 12 to 18 inches long, they cannot support themselves. This creates a lovely “weeping” appearance that readily undulates with the slightest breeze. It grows in dense tufts with a mound height of about 6 inches. In early spring, tiny flowering stalks shoot beyond the foliage with little starbursts of light green blooms. These plants grow slowly but steadily to form attractive colonies.
Requires a well-draining, dry spot and does best in part to full shade, especially in Texas and other warmer climate states. Cut down to the ground in late winter for the best spring growth and form.
Host plant for Skipper and Satyr caterpillars.
Height: 6-12"
Spread: 12-18"
Bloom: May-June
Light: Part Shade, Dappled Shade
Water: Low to Medium
Zone: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Origin: Eastern United States and Canada
Spring Shipping:
Orders are shipped within 7-10 business days. We will email you if there are expected delays.
When you order plants from our nursery, you can expect them to arrive in the best possible condition. Our team carefully packs each order using sturdy, biodegradable packaging materials.
Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
