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Praegracilis Carex

Praegracilis Carex

CAREX praegracilis

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Common Name(s)
Clustered Field Sedge or Slender Sedge
Sunlight
Full Sun (6+ hrs) or Partial Sun / Shade (3-6 hrs)
Perennial Zones
4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Watering
Let dry
Max Height
2'–4'
Max Spread
Over 24"
Special Features
California Native
Bloom Season
Spring
Lifespan
Perennial
Growing Habit
Mounding, Clumping
Drought Resistance
Moderate drought resistance
Foliage Color
Green
Stem Color
Green, Purple/Black
Genus
Carex
Family
Cyperaceae
Ship Size
4"

Carex praegracilis, commonly known as California Field Sedge, is a robust, evergreen, grass-like perennial native to California’s central and northern coast.

This handsome sedge features narrow, light green leaves and spreads freely by rhizomes to form a dense, resilient planting. Its upright, architectural form makes it striking as a background plant, meadow component, or large-scale ground cover.

Well suited for use as a lawn alternative, Carex praegracilis tolerates moderate foot traffic and performs reliably in sun to part shade with moderate moisture. It is deer resistant and adaptable to a variety of landscape conditions.

Subtle green-to-brown flower spikes appear from spring through fall, adding seasonal texture without distracting from the clean foliage display.

Organically grown and shipped with care—ready to deliver durable structure, native beauty, and low-maintenance performance to your landscape.