Praegracilis Carex
Praegracilis Carex
3-5 Months Mature
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Plant Type: Sedge
Bloom Seasons: Spring and Summer
Suitable Hardiness Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9
Biological Resistance: Gopher Resistant, Slug & Snail Resistant, Mildew Resistant, Disease Resistant (General), and Pest Resistant (General)
Environmental Tolerance: Drought Tolerant, Salt Tolerant, Clay Soil Tolerant, Boggy Soil Tolerant, and Rocky/Sandy Soil Tolerant
Attracts: Hummingbirds, Butterflies, Bees, Songbirds, and Moths & Nocturnal Pollinators
Special Features: CA Native, Walk-on Ground Cover, and Year-Round Interest
Bloom Color: None
Foliage Color: Green
Sunlight Needs: Full Sun (6+ hrs/day)
Lifespan: Perennial
Mature Spread: 12"-18"
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About this Plant
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.