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Western Meadow Sedge

Western Meadow Sedge

Carex praegracilis

A close cousin of the popular Carex pansa, western meadow sedge is found in nature up & down the state of California. This creeping evergreen sedge is one of the most popular and well-tested grasses for meadows and natural lawns. Mowable and forgiving of traffic, it creates a fine native lawn with a proven track record throughout California. Extremely drought tolerant once established. Trim regularly to help it to fill in faster.

Native to California
Height 6-12″ (can be mowed lower)
Sun or light shade
Tolerates a wide variety of soils from sand to clay
Regular to moderate watering
Zone 7-11 Hardy to 10 degrees F. or less
Space 6-18″ on center (closer spacing will fill in faster)
Works well mixed with other groundcover sedges, and can be used as a pathway through taller meadow grasses.