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California Native Plant

Carex barbarae

Santa Barbara Sedge

Plant photo of: Carex barbarae
Information by: James Campbell, El Nativo Growers        Photographer:

 

Description

A sturdy wetland native that thrives in moist conditions but can tolerate drier conditions. Can be quite aggressive. Virtually carefree. Grows to 1-3' H x 2-3'W and spreads by rhizomes where there is moisture in the soil. Great to create habitat.

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

1-3', 3-6'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium, High

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Water Garden, Wetlands, Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Silhouette

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Park, Swimming Pool, With Rocks

Special Uses

Mass Planting, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.

Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.