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Clustered Field Sedge
Carex praegracilis
Sale price
$57.44
Regular price
$63.80
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Clustered Field Sedge is an adaptable North American native perennial sedge and naturally grows in meadows, prairies, or near water. Carex praegracilis is popular as a lawn alternative in California and can be mowed as low as 4 inches tall, or left unmowed for the wild meadow allure naturally growing 12 inches tall. Also known as Clustered Field Sedge, this fine-textured, strongly rhizomatous, green sedge prefers full sun and forms a spreading carpet that tolerates moderate foot traffic.
Also known as California Field Sedge, it is not quite drought tolerant, but as a lawn-alternative plant, it requires less water than the traditional lawn and is evergreen in mild, moist conditions. Expect summer dormancy in hot, dry climates.
Your California Field Sedge is not just a turf grass substitute, it is useful on slopes for erosion control, or near edges of a stream or pond, or in bioswales.
Due to its delicate appearance, Carex praegracilis is an excellent choice for a lawn substitute or low-maintenance grass-like plant! Simply relax and enjoy your new California Field Sedge!
How tall and wide does Clustered Field Sedge grow?
It grows 12–18 inches tall and spreads 2–3 feet wide by rhizomes, forming dense, lush clumps that fill in evenly over time.
When does Clustered Field Sedge bloom?
It produces small, inconspicuous flower spikes in spring and early summer. Though not grown for blooms, its texture and color add beauty year-round.
What kind of sunlight and soil does it prefer?
Clustered Field Sedge thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts to a wide range of soils, from sandy to clay. It performs best in well-drained soil.
How much water does it need?
Water regularly during establishment, then only occasionally. Once mature, it’s drought-tolerant but also tolerates seasonal wetness, making it very versatile.
Seasonality
Mature height
12 in. or less
Mature Width
18-24 in.
Sun exposure
Watering
Moderate
Grows Well in Zones
Attracts Wildlife
Caterpillars, Pollinators
HOW MANY FLATS DO I NEED?
Quick Reference for Common Yard Sizes
Use this chart to estimate flats for your project or try our calculator below for a custom quote.
What's In Your Flat
| Groundcover Flat (Cuttings) | 4" Pots Flat (16 Pots) | |
|---|---|---|
| Plants per flat | 40–50 cuttings | 16 individual pots |
| Tray size | 10" Ă— 20" | 16" Ă— 16" |
| Plant maturity | Young cuttings | Established, well-rooted |
| Planting effort | Separate & transplant | Drop in - ready to plant |
| Time to fill in | 1–2 seasons | Faster, fuller from day one |
| Cost per sq ft | Lower | Higher |
| Best for | Large areas on a budget | Instant look, small–medium areas |
Plant Like a Pro: The Triangle Method
We recommend planting in a triangular (offset) pattern: each plant sits in the gap between the two plants in the row above. This covers more ground with fewer plants and fills in faster than a square grid.
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