Crawford's Sedge (Carex Crawfordii) is a perennial grass in the Cyperaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Carex crawfordii is a sedge species native to North America, commonly found in moist to wet open habitats including sandy or gravelly shores and seasonal pond margins.

Crawford's Sedge

Crawford's Sedge

Carex Crawfordii

Carex crawfordii is a sedge species native to North America, commonly found in moist to wet open habitats including sandy or gravelly shores and seasonal pond margins.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
High
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, habitat plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Crawford's Sedge

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Cyperaceae
Genus:Carex