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White-top Sedge

Rhynchospora colorata, Cyperaceae

Zones
8–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

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

MaidencanePanicum hemitomon
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection
Bagpod SesbaniaSesbania vesicaria
Nitrogen FixationWind Protection
Greater Bird's-foot TrefoilLotus uliginosus
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Seven-angled PipewortEriocaulon septangulare
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Sickle JointvetchAeschynomene falcata
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Water PepperPolygonum hydropiper
Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlWater FiltrationWildlife HabitatOrnamental ValueBog Stabilization

Common Questions

What zones does White-top Sedge grow in?

White-top Sedge grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for White-top Sedge?

Good companions for White-top Sedge include Maidencane, Bagpod Sesbania, Greater Bird's-foot Trefoil, Seven-angled Pipewort, Sickle Jointvetch.

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