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Black Alpine Sedge

Carex nigricans, Cyperaceae

Zones
3–7
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

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Spathulate BambooFargesia spathacea
Wind ProtectionNutrient Accumulation
Fine-leaved Moor GrassSesleria tenuifolia
Wind ProtectionNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Large Flowered BambooGigantochloa macrostachya

Large bamboo creates unfavorable light conditions and may release growth-inhibiting compounds affecting alpine sedges

Orange New Zealand SedgeCarex testacea

Different Carex species compete for similar sedge meadow microhabitats and resources

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlAlpine RestorationWet Area Stabilization

Common Questions

What zones does Black Alpine Sedge grow in?

Black Alpine Sedge grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 7.

What are good companion plants for Black Alpine Sedge?

Good companions for Black Alpine Sedge include Spathulate Bamboo, Fine-leaved Moor Grass.

Design guilds with Black Alpine Sedge and see companion relationships visually.

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