Carex amphibola ~ Creek Sedge spring-flower IMAGE: Tatters

IMAGE: Tatters

Following the flowers are edible seeds with distinctive toothed ridges

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance

Image: Photo by  Esther Westerveld

Carex amphibola ~ Creek Sedge spring-flower IMAGE: TattersCreek Sedge is a compact clumping semi evergreen grass native to the eastern coast. Its shiny, upright grass like foliage is a soft green and in late spring a green scaly flower spikes above the foliage. Thrives in rich, moist well drained soils. Drought tolerant once established. Type: Orn. Grass Origins: Eastern N. America; GA Native Height: 1 1. 5 Spread: 1 1. 5 Spacing: 1 USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 9 Culture: Partial Sun, Full Shade Bloom Color: Green