Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cyperaceae

Genus:

Carex

Species:

Carex hakonemontana

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Geophyte , Forb/herb

Height:

40 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

may,jun

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fall Color:

bronze, tan

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–90 days

Notes:

Germination can be slow and erratic. Seeds benefit from light exposure during germination.

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