Awned Graceful Sedge, Davis’ Sedge

Awned Graceful Sedge, Davis’ Sedge Carex davisii Full to part sun, wet to medium moisture level, loamy soil.  2 ½ – 3 feet height. Germination Code:  C(60) Native Region:  Only occurs in Cheatham, Marshall and Davidson counties Cool season.  Designated a “Special Concern” plant in Tennessee.  Has unique seed heads shaped like mini-footballs.  At maturity tends to be rather lanky and floppy. sedge;sun;wet;loam sedge;sun;medium;loam sedge;sun/shade;wet;loam sedge;sun/shade;medium;loam

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