Carex tumulicola - Foothill Sedge
| Description | Foothill sedge, also know as slender sedge or split-awn sedge, is an open, tufted semi-evergreen clumping sedge with dark green foliage that spreads slowly by short stout rhizomes. Useful as an informal groundcover under shrubs or trees, for a meadow planting or for soil stabilization. Looks particularly good cascading over a rock wall. Unlike many other sedges, it is not a wetland plant and tolerates periods of dryness. Combines well with native perennials including checkermallow, Western buttercup and shooting stars. |
| Plant Type | Perennial sedge. |
| Flower Color | Cream. |
| Bloom Period | Spring, summer. |
| Height at Maturity | 6"-12" tall, to 24" wide. |
| Plant Spacing | 18-24" |
| Light Requirements | Full sun, part sun, shade. |
| Moisture Needs | Moist, tolerates some drought |
| Soil Type |
Clay. |