Carex Lurida | Bottlebrush Sedge | Starter Plant Plug
Carex lurida – Lurid Sedge for Rain Gardens & Wetland Habitats
Enhance your garden’s beauty and function with Carex lurida (Lurid Sedge), a vibrant native sedge that thrives in moist and wet soils. Its lime-green foliage and spiky seed heads provide both texture and seasonal interest, while its dense root system makes it a powerful ally for erosion control.
A versatile choice for rain gardens, pond edges, and wetland restoration, Lurid Sedge not only stabilizes soil but also fosters biodiversity by providing habitat for pollinators, insects, and small animals. Hardy and low-maintenance, it flourishes even in areas where many other plants struggle.
Highlights
Rain Garden Essential – Thrives in poorly drained or wet soils.
Erosion Control – Dense roots stabilize banks, slopes, and runoff areas.
Wildlife Habitat – Supports pollinators and offers shelter for small creatures.
Seasonal Interest – Arching foliage and pale yellow-green blooms add movement and texture.
Low Maintenance – Adaptable, hardy, and tolerant of flooding.
🌱 Planting Information🌱
Hardiness Zones: 3–8
Sunlight: Partial to Full Sun
Season of Interest: Spring to Fall
Bloom Time: May–June
Bloom Color: Pale Yellow to Green
Height: 1'–3'
Spread: 1'–2'
Water Needs: Moderate to High (Thrives in Wet Conditions)
Maintenance: Low
Soil Type: Clay, Loam, Sand (Moist or Wet Soils)
Soil pH: Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage: Poorly Drained to Well-Drained
Carex lurida is a resilient, eco-friendly sedge — ideal for naturalized gardens, wetland edges, and landscapes designed with sustainability in mind.