Carex lacustris | Lakebank Sedge | Bareroot
Carex lacustris – Lakebank Sedge for Wetland & Bioretention Projects
Transform your wetland, shoreline, or bioretention area with Carex lacustris (Lakebank Sedge). This robust native sedge forms tall, arching clumps that thrive in moist to wet soils, making it an excellent choice for habitat restoration, erosion control, and ecological landscaping.
Highlights
Erosion Control – Deep root systems stabilize soil along shorelines and wet areas.
Water Quality Benefits – Dense foliage filters pollutants and improves stormwater management.
Habitat Value – Provides food and cover for birds, amphibians, and pollinators.
Restoration Ready – A proven performer in wetland and bioretention projects.
Hardy Growth – Resilient, perennial, and low-maintenance once established.
🌱 Planting Information🌱
Hardiness Zones: 3–7
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Shade
Season of Interest: Spring, Summer, Fall
Bloom Time: May–June
Bloom Color: Green to Brown
Height: 3'–4'
Spread: 0.5'–1'
Water Needs: Medium to Wet
Maintenance: Low
Soil Type: Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Drainage: Poorly Drained
Add Lakebank Sedge to your restoration project or garden for its powerful combination of beauty, function, and ecological impact.