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Greenish White Sedge

Carex albolutescens, Cyperaceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground CoverBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Himalayan BambooThamnocalamus nepalensis
Shade ProvisionNurse Plant
Sweet Shoot BambooPhyllostachys dulcis
Shade ProvisionNurse Plant
Canada BluejointCalamagrostis canadensis
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Chinese Dragon BambooDendrocalamus sinicus

Giant bamboo creates heavy shade and releases allelopathic compounds that inhibit sedge establishment

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlWetland RestorationWildlife Habitat

Common Questions

What zones does Greenish White Sedge grow in?

Greenish White Sedge grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Greenish White Sedge?

Good companions for Greenish White Sedge include Himalayan Bamboo, Sweet Shoot Bamboo, Canada Bluejoint.

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