Tufted sedge

Tufted sedge (Carex elata)

Tufted sedge, also known as Tufted Sedge, Tussock Sedge, Great Sedge

Tufted sedge is a perennial sedge that flourishes in wetlands and moist meadows. It stands out with its upright, bright green, and tufted foliage, forming dense clumps. In late spring and early summer, tufted sedge blooms with spikey brownish flower spikes, adding a textural contrast. Its love for moisture makes it a natural for bog gardens or water features' edges, where it can provide vertical accent.

Key Facts About Tufted sedge

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Attributes of Tufted sedge

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
30 cm to 91 cm
Spread
30 cm to 90 cm
Leaf Color
Green Yellow Gold
Flower Size
Small, spikelets usually less than 1 cm
Flower Color
Green Brown Yellow Black

Scientific Classification of Tufted sedge

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Poales
Family
Sedge
Genus
True sedges
Species
Tufted sedge