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

Carex scabrata, known as eastern rough sedge, is a species of flowering plant in the family Cyperaceae native to eastern North America.

Eastern Rough Sedge

Eastern Rough Sedge

Carex Scabrata

Carex scabrata, known as eastern rough sedge, is a species of flowering plant in the family Cyperaceae native to eastern North America.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Eastern Rough 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.

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Cyperaceae
Genus:Carex