This sedge is attractive with its large fruiting spikelets that resemble a spiked-club. This medium-sized plant can reach a height of only 1-2 feet. The spikelets become yellowish brown when they mature. It grows best in full sun to part shade, and in moist soil.
Height: 1.5-3’
Color: Light green
Conditions: Full sun to partial shade, wet soil (not standing water)
Flowering: Mid-summer

Hop-like Sedge
Carex lupuliformis
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