Carex bebbii (Bebb's Sedge) Seed

Bebb's Sedge Description:

Carex bebbii, commonly known as Bebb's Sedge, is a native North American sedge species that belongs to the Cyperaceae family. This sedge is part of the Ovales section, which can be identified by clump forming, basal sheaths, and V-shaped leaves in immaturity. Bebb's Sedge can be differentiated by tight sheaths, 4 - 14 oval to egg shaped spikes packed together at the stem tip, and narrow leaves. You can spot its red-brown color in late season near wet ditches and prairie swales in moist soil conditions.

Native Range:

Bebb's Sedge is found in the Northern United States from coast to coast, dipping South into Nevada and New Mexico.

Standard Plant Information:

Plant Height: 8 - 36 inches

Fruiting Season: June - July

Preferred Habitat: Full sun to part shade. Often found in stream banks, swamps, and forest clearings.

Stratification: C60