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Bicknell's Sedge

Carex bicknelli

Category: Grass • Sedge

Bicknell's Sedge is ideal for shaded areas, providing lush foliage and habitat for wildlife.

Mature Height: 1.5-3 feet
Mature Width: 1.5-3 feet
Light: Part Sun/Part Shade
Zone: Zones 4-7
Maintenance: Low
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Multi-season
Foliage: Deciduous

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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Bicknell's Sedge is a perennial grass-like plant native to wet meadows and marshes. It features slender, arching leaves and produces small flower spikes.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in partial to full shade with consistent moisture. Prefers rich, well-drained soils.

Soil Preferences

Requires moist, well-drained soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. Adaptable to various soil types.

Sun Needs

Part Sun/Part Shade

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Attractive foliagewildlife habitat

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat for wildlife.

Resistance / Tolerance

Moderate tolerance to wet conditions.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for naturalized areas and wetland gardens. Can be used to stabilize soil in moist locations.

Maintenance Notes

Low

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Is Bicknell's Sedge a good fit for Kansas City landscapes?

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