Fox Sedge
Carex vulpinoidea
Provides wildlife habitat in moist areas
About Fox Sedge
Fox Sedge is a perennial bunch type sedge found along the banks of streams or ponds. Establishes well from seed. It can also be used around water gardens and the edges of moist woodland areas. It is not drought tolerant, but has some shade tolerance. Fox Sedge provides good waterfowl cover and food.
Photo courtesy of: Robert H. Mohlenbrock @ USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database / USDA SCS. 1989. Midwest wetland flora: Field office illustrated guide to plant species. Midwest National Technical Center, Lincoln.
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Product Details
| Height Range: | 12 - 36 inches |
| Seeding Rate: | 1 PLS Lb. / 15,000 sq ft or Up to 20% of a Mixture |
| Seeds Per Pound: | 1,200,000 |
| Growing Season: | Warm Season |
| Lifespan: | Perennial |
| Planting Season: | Spring Winter/Dormant |
| Target Solution: |
Drought Tolerant Sand Tolerant Shade Tolerant Full Sun Erosion Control High Elevation Quick Establishment Low Maintenance Deer Resistant Ideal for Birds Ideal for Bees All Purpose Solution |
| Use: |
Conservation Ground Cover & Erosion Control Landscape & Ornamental Revegetation Wildlife Habitat & Food Multi-Purpose Use |