Bur Sedge, also known as Gray's Sedge or Mace Sedge, is a clumping, medium-sized perennial with interesting seed heads that look like medieval maces. They persist throughout the summer with a bright green color before turning brown in fall, waiting to be shattered by animals, wind, or snow. The 3' tall arching clumps of medium green leaves multiply around the landscape by seed, in favorable conditions (such as wetlands and woodlands) and by short, creeping rhizomes. It is a good plant for erosion control along streams or in floodplain woodlands. Bur Sedge makes a nice backdrop to low-growing woodland plants and looks right at home around pools or ponds, en masse or as an accent.Bur Sedge seeds are fed upon by birds such as sparrows, Wild Turkeys, Wood Ducks, and American Woodcocks! It is a larval host for numerous moths and the Appalachian Brown butterfly.Sources:
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Carex grayi (Bur Sedge) - 1 gal
Bur Sedge
Plant Care & Installation Quick-Guide
Proper acclimation and installation are key to your plant's success. Please cross-reference these tips with your plant's specific ID tags:
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Pre-Planting: Store plants in a light-appropriate area on soil or grass (avoid hot concrete or asphalt) and water daily until the soil is saturated and the pot feels heavy. If temperatures drop below 30°F, move pots to a garage or cover them to prevent root freeze.
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Installation: Dig a hole matching the depth of the pot, remove the fabric container, and ensure the plant’s crown or root flare is level with the ground. Fill gaps with soil, water heavily, and apply 2 inches of mulch—keeping it clear of the stem.
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Ongoing Care: Check moisture daily by feeling 1–2 inches into the soil; water deeply at the base if the soil feels dry or warm. Newly installed plants require frequent watering (up to 3–4 times weekly in heat) until fully established, which can take a few months for perennials and up to two years for trees.