Overview

Carex appalachica is a plant with a tufted, clump-forming habit in the genus Carex, part of the Cyperaceae family, with evergreen, deciduous foliage. Carex appalachica grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include pond edges, borders, ground cover and woodland gardens.

About

Carex appalachica, the Appalachian sedge, is a species of flowering plant in the family Cyperaceae. It is native to eastern temperate forests of the United States and Canada.

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About the genus

Carex is a vast genus of over 2,000 species of grass-like plants in the family Cyperaceae, commonly known as sedges. Other members of the family Cyperaceae are also called sedges; however, those of genus Carex may be called true sedges. Carex is the most species-rich genus in the family.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Carex

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil type

Loam, Clay, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained, Moist/Wet soil

Aspect

North-facing, East-facing, South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

UK hardiness

H7

Plant details

Carex appalachica size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Tufted, Clump-forming

Foliage

Evergreen, Deciduous

Suggested uses

Pond edges, Borders, Ground cover, Woodland gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Carex appalachica

Propagation

Seed, Division

Pest resistance

Generally pest-resistant

Disease resistance

Generally disease-resistant

Frequently asked questions