Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cyperaceae

Genus:

Carex

Species:

Carex × arctophila

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb, Geophyte

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

may, jun, jul

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

waterfowl, small mammals

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil:

clay, loam, peaty

pH:

neutral to alkaline

Drainage:

wet

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–45 days

Notes:

Seeds require light for germination and consistently moist to wet conditions. Surface sow or barely cover.