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Divided Sedge

Carex divisa, Cyperaceae

Zones
6–10
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch MakerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Clumping GuaduaGuadua amplexifolia
Physical SupportWind Protection
Hard FescueFestuca trachyphylla
Wind ProtectionNutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Big ThreeawnAristida condensata

Three-awn grass has competitive fibrous roots and potential allelopathic effects against sedges

Thorny BambooBambusa blumeana

Thorny bamboo produces allelopathic compounds and dense growth that suppresses divided sedge

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlSoil StabilizationWetland RestorationWildlife Habitat

Common Questions

What zones does Divided Sedge grow in?

Divided Sedge grows in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Divided Sedge?

Good companions for Divided Sedge include Clumping Guadua, Hard Fescue.

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