Carex pansa |
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California Meadow Sedge |
Information by: James Campbell, El Nativo Growers Photographer:
Description
This native Carex can be successfully used as a lawn substitute but requires significant water to obtain good coverage. Once coverage is reached, water can be reduced and maintenance is close to zero. Unmowed, the plant can be usedeffectively in a variety of conditions and will reach a height of 6" or under and spreads up to 2' by rhizomes.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Meadow, Rockery, Seascape, Watergarden, Wetlands, Wildgarden
Accenting Features
n/a
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Swimmingpool, Walkways, Withrocks
Special Uses
Lawnsubstitute, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Consider replacing lawns with water wise alternatives, like UC Verde Buffalo grass, carex grasses or dymnondia.
