Carex brevoir

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Carex brevoir | shortbeak sedge

A native sedge that grows in full sun, this sedge fills the ecological niche of a cool-season “grass” for dry, sunny sites. Found naturally in sandy and rocky soils, shortbeak sedge emerges early with chartreuse leaves and grows with a loose upright habit, reaching a height of 24 inches. Although more tolerant of dry conditions than most native sedges, this species tolerates a wide range of soil moisture levels, including periodic flooding. Stems may flop in moister sites if not planted in a dense meadow-style planting.

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Carex brevoir | shortbeak sedge

A native sedge that grows in full sun, this sedge fills the ecological niche of a cool-season “grass” for dry, sunny sites. Found naturally in sandy and rocky soils, shortbeak sedge emerges early with chartreuse leaves and grows with a loose upright habit, reaching a height of 24 inches. Although more tolerant of dry conditions than most native sedges, this species tolerates a wide range of soil moisture levels, including periodic flooding. Stems may flop in moister sites if not planted in a dense meadow-style planting.

HABIT

Height: 1-2’

Bloom Time: early- to mid-summer

SITE CONDITIONS

Light: full sun, partial shade

Soil: medium moist, average, medium-dry, dry

CULTIVATION TIPS

Establishment: easy, widely adaptable to wet and dry sites

Deer Resistance: high

INTERACTIONS

Wildlife Support: Sedges provide cover and are a food source for birds and mammals.

Other: The Carex genus is a host for many species of Lepidoptera larvae.

Other: host plant for Dun skipper

CONSERVATION

Native Range: northeast, mid-Atlantic, midwest, southeast

Seed Propagated: yes