Carex eburnea
Bristle-leaf Sedge
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This North American native sedge makes a first-rate ground cover, lawn alternative, or a welcome addition to rock gardens. Its delicate appearance hides an innate toughness and superb adaptability to heat and drought. It handles dry conditions best when planted in shade. Carex eburnea has green, needle-shaped foliage and a clumping habit, and it solves the dilemma of finding the right plant for shade gardens. The inconspicuous blooms arise in late spring. Its native habitat consists of conifer or mixed forests, often on limestone bluffs and ledges where it gets sharp drainage. Takes drier conditions with more shade. Bristle-Leaf Sedge does best in neutral to alkaline soils. Carex eburnea is listed as endangered in several Northeastern states. We’re pleased grow it and to promote its use in the landscape.
Zone
2-8
Growth Cycle
Cool
Features
- Native to North America
- Drought Tolerant
- Shade Tolerant
- Lawn Alternatives
GROWER INFO & TIPS
- Growth rate: slow
- Can be grown in 1 or 2 gallon
- Grow in well-drained soil
- Watering: keep evenly moist
- Fertilizing: slow-release fertilizer, low rate
- Possible pests: aphids, Bactra venosana caterpillar, Anthracnose
- Overwintering: cold frame with clear poly; do not overwater
- Requires 30-50% shade
*Note: please adapt these suggestions as needed to accommodate your local conditions.
LANDSCAPING INFO
- Tough and adaptable native sedge, but prefers neutral or alkaline soils
- Tolerant to heat and drought
- Fine-textured blades create spiky, yet soft, look
- Good-looking groundcover
- Perfect for rock gardens
- Low growing; good for foreground plantings
- Takes shade or part sun
