Soft Fox Sedge
(Carex conjuncta)
Soft Fox Sedge (Carex conjuncta)
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Estimated Native Range
Summary
Carex conjuncta, commonly known as Soft Fox Sedge, is a deciduous perennial grass native to wet meadows, marshes, and along stream banks in the Eastern and Central United States. It forms dense clumps and is characterized by its soft, arching stems which can persist into the following season, providing winter interest. Soft Fox Sedge typically grows 40–80 cm (16–31 in) tall, with stout but soft stems that are 2 to 4 mm wide, occasionally reaching up to 10 mm. The plant produces inconspicuous greenish-brown flowers in late spring to early summer.
Soft Fox Sedge is valued for its ability to thrive in wet conditions and is often used in rain gardens, naturalized areas, or as a ground cover in moist garden settings. It is also beneficial for erosion control along waterways. This sedge prefers part shade to full sun and requires high amounts of water, making it suitable for sites with slow or wet drainage. While it is generally low-maintenance, it can spread vigorously in ideal conditions, potentially becoming invasive in some areas.CC BY-SA 4.0
Soft Fox Sedge is valued for its ability to thrive in wet conditions and is often used in rain gardens, naturalized areas, or as a ground cover in moist garden settings. It is also beneficial for erosion control along waterways. This sedge prefers part shade to full sun and requires high amounts of water, making it suitable for sites with slow or wet drainage. While it is generally low-maintenance, it can spread vigorously in ideal conditions, potentially becoming invasive in some areas.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Grass
- Height: 2-3 feet
- Width: 1-2 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: N/A
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Part Shade, Full Sun
- Water: High
- Drainage: Slow, Wet
Common Uses
Bird Garden, Deer Resistant, Low Maintenance
Natural Habitat
Wet meadows, marshes, and stream banks
Other Names
Common Names:
Scientific Names: , Carex conjuncta, Carex vulpina, Vignea conjuncta,
GBIF Accepted Name: Carex conjuncta Boott