Carex granularis

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Common Name: Limestone Meadow Sedge, Pale Sedge

Sun to shade, wet to medium moisture level, tolerant of a wide range of soils, slightly acid to neutral pH.  1 – 2 feet height, spreads at a moderate rate by rhizomes and slowly by re-seeding.

Germination Code:  C(60)

Native Region:  Statewide

Cool season.  Attracts butterflies.

Limestone Meadow Sedge, Pale Sedge - Carex granularis 2
Photo Courtesy of John Hilty http://www.illinoiswildflowers.info/