Carex pansa

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Carex pansa

California Meadow Sedge

Information by: James Campbell, El Nativo Growers Photographer:

Description

This native Carex can be successfully used as a lawn substitute but requires significant water to obtain good coverage. Once coverage is reached, water can be reduced and maintenance is close to zero. Unmowed, the plant can be used effectively in a variety of conditions and will reach a height of 6" or under and spreads by rhizomes eventually to 2' +.

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass

Height Range

Under 1'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Seascape, Water Garden, Wetlands, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Lawn Substitute, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Move turf away form sidewalks and pavement.

Instead plant shrubs or groundcovers next to the pavement, and water with low-flow drip or bubbler system to eliminate runoff from turf sprinklers