Tufted sedge is an herbaceous perennial in the sedge family (Cyperaceae) that is native to Europe, central Asia and North Africa. The species epithet is Latin for “tall.” Tufted sedge grows easily in most fertile, acid soils, as long as the soil does not dry out. This is a wetland species that does not tolerate drought. It can even grow in up to 2 inches of standing water. Tufted sedge thrives in full sun or partial shade. Use this sedge in a shade garden in large drifts, or as an accent in a shady border. Mass plant it in a woodland or rock garden, or use it in a rain garden. Insects, Diseases, and Other Plant Problems: No serious problems. More information on Carex .
Curated pairwise relationships between this plant and others in the library — who feeds
whom, who competes, who confuses the pests. Green reads as a good pairing, red as one to avoid.
No curated interactions recorded for this species yet.
Also noted by NC State
Related species the NC State Plant Toolbox flags for this plant — look-alikes to tell
apart, and plants that play a similar role in a planting. Ones we carry in the library are linked.