Carex crinita (fringed sedge)

General info: Carex crinita, commonly called fringed sedge, is a North American native perennial that thrives in moist to wet soils in part shade to full sun. This species will also grow in standing water and will tolerate some shade. Fringed sedge will naturalize to form colonies of clumps with bright green foliage. It can reach about three feet tall and will form large colonies. This species is an evergreen sedge. Fringed sedge is a native emergent aquatic species and is typically found growing in swamps, marshes, and wet meadows. However, this emergent species can also tolerate drier soils with medium moisture.

Landscape uses: Carex crinita is a very attractive sedge. It can also be used in a variety of areas. This species would be perfect for an attractive uniform border of a pond or lake. Secondly you can use this species in lows spots where water pools. Also, this species would be perfect as an attractive sedge to accent a rain garden. Since this species can also tolerate some drier conditions, it could also be used in a garden setting with consistent moisture.