Shiny Carex
Product Description
Shiny sedge (Carex lurida), proposed by Akène
?? A perennial of wetlands, ideal for stabilizing banks ??
Shiny sedge is a herbaceous perennial plant that forms beautiful, soft, drooping clumps of bright green-yellow that brightens up wetlands. Growing up to 45 cm tall , it is perfect for water gardens, marshy areas and the edges of bodies of water .
?? Tolerant of flooding , it thrives in moist to soggy soils, but can also adapt to more moderate conditions . In June and July , it produces green, spiny seed heads that persist until autumn and turn brownish, providing a valuable food source for seed-eating birds .
Characteristics of the variety
?? Flowering : June to July
?? Height : 45 cm
?? Spacing : 45 cm
?? Exposure : Sun, partial shade
?? Life cycle : Perennial
?? Soil type : Silty to clayey
?? Soil moisture content : Damp to soggy
?? Deer Resistance : High
?? Seeds per packet : 150
Sowing and cultivation
?? Sowing depth : Surface (do not cover)
?? Germination time : 15 to 20 days
?? Cold stratification : 90 days
? Scarification : Not required
?? Indoor method (recommended for optimal germination) :
1?? Sprinkle the seeds on the surface of moist potting soil in a container.
2?? Press lightly to ensure good contact with the ground, but without covering.
3?? Place the container in an airtight plastic bag and refrigerate for 90 days .
4?? After stratification, place the container at room temperature and in the light .
5?? Do not let the substrate dry out : daily spraying can help.
?? Outdoor method :
?? Sow directly in autumn for natural stratification during winter.
?? Water lightly until seedlings are established.
?? Shiny sedge thrives in wetlands and can tolerate occasional flooding .
Ecological roles and utilities
?? A valuable resource for birds : Its seeds feed granivores in the fall .
?? A natural soil stabilizer : Helps prevent erosion of banks and marshy environments .
?? A refuge for aquatic insects : Attracts a diversity of beneficial species.
?? Tolerates flooding well : Ideal for riverbanks, rain gardens and wetlands .
Uses in landscaping
?? Perfect for water gardens and wetlands .
?? Ideal on the edge of streams, lakes and ponds .
?? Used for ecological restoration and stabilization of fragile soils .
Companion plants
?? Blue flag iris, spotted eupatorium, cardinal lobelia, river bulrush
Enemy plants
?? None known
Why grow shiny sedge?
?? A natural ground cover for wetlands
?? A food source for local wildlife
?? An ally in bank stabilization and the fight against erosion
?? A hardy plant that adapts to wet soils and flooding
?? Add Shiny Sedge to your garden for a natural and ecological waterside landscape!