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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: can be sown outdoors in the fall for spring germination, sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, keep moist, mulch the seed bed

Other: Sow seeds on the surface of a Well drained seed sowing mix at about 60°F

Carex lupulinaCarex lupulina

Common Hop Sedge, Hop Sedge

In Stock: 0.779 lb (Total:0.779lb)

Carex lupulina

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0.78 lb PA

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Germination:

92%

Germination test:

Actual

Purity:

94%

Seeds per lb:

55,066

Quantity:

0.78 lb

Collected in:

Pennsylvania

Crop year:

2021

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1830940

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: can be sown outdoors in the fall for spring germination, sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, keep moist, mulch the seed bed

Other: Sow seeds on the surface of a Well drained seed sowing mix at about 60°F

Transform your landscape with the striking Carex lupulina, commonly known as Common Hop Sedge or simply, Hop Sedge. This native perennial sedge is a standout choice for rain gardens and wetland projects. Reaching up to 3 feet tall, it features wide, lush green leaf blades and unique spiked seed heads resembling hops, adding visual interest to any garden from early summer through August.

Hop Sedge thrives across a range of sun exposures, preferring wet to medium-wet soils, making it ideal for pond edges, lake shores, or shoreline restoration projects. Its vigorous growth not only enhances aesthetic appeal but also plays a crucial ecological role by providing food and cover for wildlife. This sedge is adept at bank stabilization, helping to filter and improve water quality, which is vital for healthy aquatic ecosystems.

Found throughout North America from Canada to Mexico, particularly in bottomland forested regions, Carex lupulina is a robust addition to any wetland or water garden environment, promising both beauty and environmental benefits.