Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cyperaceae

Genus:

Carex

Species:

Carex appalachica

USDA Symbol:

CAAP5

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

45 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade,Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained, sandy loam

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded woodland environments

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Cold stratification improves germination rates. Surface sow or lightly cover seed.