false fox sedge
Also known as: false fox-sedge
A clump-forming, semi-evergreen perennial with toothed, mid to pale green strap-shaped foliage which prefers a damp, boggy location. Spikes of green to orange-brown flowers with bristly pale yellow bracts appear from June to July
Scientific classification
- Species
- false fox sedge (Carex otrubae)
- Genus
- Carex
- Family
- Cyperaceae
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- Toxicity
- Grass Like · Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Semi evergreen
- Foliage
- Clump forming · Tufted
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of false fox sedge
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of false fox sedge
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false fox sedge care guide
- Maintain steady mild dampness, tolerates brief dry soil intervals
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Maintain steady mild dampness, tolerates brief dry soil intervals
Fertilizing
FertilizingHighly diluted balanced feed every six weeks spring through fall
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in spring
Growing
GrowingPrefers moist, poorly-drained soil in sun or partial shade. Grows well at the edge of ponds or streams
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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