Rosey Sedge* - Carex rosea

Curly-styled Wood Sedge grows in clumps of delicate, wavy grassy foliage. A slight rose tint to the starry seedheads give its 'rosea' name. Birds rely on sedges for seed, so leave it unmowed. May attract Finches, Chickadees, Titmice, and others. Soil Type: Clay/Loam/Sand Soil Conditions: Average-Dry Flower Color: N/A Flower Time: Cool Season Height: 1' Light: Part-Sun/Shade Features: Ornamental grass alternative, Birds, Groundcover Credits: Info courtesy of IllinoisWildflowers.Info; Photo courtesy of Julia Bunn