Eastern Star Sedge
Common Name: Eastern Star Sedge
Latin Name: Carex radiata
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Native perennial sedge that forms dense tufts of slender leaf blades. Small star-like flower clusters rise in late spring. The seeds are a food source for both songbirds and upland gamebirds. Excellent for use in shady borders, pond edges, woodland gardens or naturalized areas with moist to medium soils.
Core Characteristics
Mature Height: 12-24"
Mature Width: 12-24"
USDA Hardiness Zone: to zone 3
Light Requirements: Part Shade
Features & Benefits: Attracts Birds, Cool Season, Wisconsin Native, Winter Interest, Great Foliage, Benefits Wildlife
Common Name: Eastern Star Sedge
Latin Name: Carex radiata
Visit Plant Profile >>Description & Overview
Native perennial sedge that forms dense tufts of slender leaf blades. Small star-like flower clusters rise in late spring. The seeds are a food source for both songbirds and upland gamebirds. Excellent for use in shady borders, pond edges, woodland gardens or naturalized areas with moist to medium soils.
Core Characteristics
Mature Height: 12-24"
Mature Width: 12-24"
USDA Hardiness Zone: to zone 3
Light Requirements: Part Shade
Features & Benefits: Attracts Birds, Cool Season, Wisconsin Native, Winter Interest, Great Foliage, Benefits Wildlife