Carex amphibola - Creek sedge

An ornamental ground cover with shiny green foliage that works well in moist conditions and is attractive to butterflies.

Carex amphibola is a compact native sedge that does well in shade gardens and woodlands.  It has lovely shiny green foliage and produces green flower spikes in late spring.   It can be useful in meadows, wildlife gardens and for mass planting.   It thrives in a shaded site with deep moist soil.

"Plants host some types of Skipper caterpillars and seeds are eaten by turtles." - New Moon Nursery

Height: 12 - 18"

Sun: Partial to full shade

Water: Medium to wet

Bloom color: Green

Bloom time: Late spring