Carex hystericina

Bottlebrush Sedge

Bottlebrush Sedge, or Porcupine Sedge, is native to much of North America including most of southern Canada and most of the United States. It grows in wetlands and on riverbanks. Produces dense or loose clumps of triangular stems from short rhizomes.

Naturalizes easily
Great for sedge meadow restorations

More about Carex hystericina :

The inflorescence is accompanied by a bract which is longer than the spikes. The fruits have pointed, toothed tips. It is highly recommend for sedge meadow restorations.

Bottlebrush Sedge Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Produced using Forrest Keeling's patented RPM Root Production Method ® technology for exceptional growth and survivability.

Height:

8-36 Inches

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Spread:

6-24 Inches

Hardiness Zone:

2 - 9

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Characteristics & Attributes
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Soil Moisture Preference
Moist, Well-Drained
Wet Soil
Attracts Wildlife
Upland Birds and Game
Habit
Perennial
Attributes
Rain Gardens and Bioswales
Erosion Control
Wetlands and Streambank Stabilization
Ground Cover
Midwest Native
Naturalizing