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Bog Sedge

Carex limosa, Cyperaceae

Zones
2–7
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Ground CoverBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

4.5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Slender CottongrassEriophorum gracile
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection
Pygmy Water LilyNymphaea tetragona
Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Asian skunk cabbageLysichiton camtschatcensis

Asian skunk cabbage has large leaves that shade bog sedges and may produce compounds that inhibit other bog plants

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationErosion ControlWildlife HabitatPeat Bog Restoration

Edible Parts

Seeds

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Wound Treatment

Common Questions

What zones does Bog Sedge grow in?

Bog Sedge grows in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 7.

What are good companion plants for Bog Sedge?

Good companions for Bog Sedge include Slender Cottongrass, Pygmy Water Lily.

Design guilds with Bog Sedge and see companion relationships visually.

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