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lenticularis (kelloggii) Shore sedge Found on lakeshores, stream-banks, wet meadows, and bogs. Shore sedge generally transplants and grows well, although it spreads slowly. Carex
obnupta Slough sedge Slough sedge is the superstar of emergent revegetation. It transplants very well, grows and spreads quickly, tolerates wide seasonal water level fluctuations, and is one of the few shade-tolerant sedges. If project conditions are at all suitable, it will perform impressively. It is one of our most competitive emergents against invasive species; established swards may resist even reed canarygrass. Slough sedge is very common and is found in wet woods, ditches, meadows, lakeshores, streambanks, and marshes. Carex
stipata Sawbeak sedge This widespread species frequents wet meadows, ditches, and streamsides. It likes disturbed ground, which means it prefers the conditions of most restoration and mitigation sites. It grows vigorously, but does not spread by rhizomes. Sometimes tolerant of part shade. Carex
utriculata (rostrata) Beaked sedge Beaked sedge is a common species found in soils wet year-round, such as the edges of ponds and lakes. It is sometimes tolerant of shade. Deschampsia
cespitosa Tufted hairgrass Tufted hairgrass is found in profusion on tidal marshes and also occurs on river bars and lakeshores. It is considered a keystone species for wet meadows. It transplants and grows well. Tolerates occasional drying and salt water and will not accept year-round flooding. Eleocharis
palustris Common spikerush Common spikerush is found in wet meadows, tidal marshes, and shorelines. It can spend much of the year in shallow water, but needs to dry out for at least a few months during the growing season. Tolerates some salt water. Glyceria
elata Tall mannagrass Tall mannagrass prefers open habitat and is typically found on streamsides, wet meadows, and lakeshores. It transplants well, and grows quickly. Glyceria
grandis Reed mannagrass One of our frequent customers calls this species a "workhorse" because it transplants and grows so well: it tolerates wide seasonal water fluctuations and is robust enough to be somewhat competitive with invasive species. We are encouraged by this endorsement to recommend it to others. It can take drier, shadier habitats than tall mannagrass. Juncus
acuminatus Tapered rush Tapered rush prefers to be wet throughout the year, frequenting the shallow water of lakeshores, ditches, meadows, and marshes. This species matures quickly and produces prolific seeds that may aid in your revegetation efforts. Juncus
ensifolius Dagger-leaf rush This small rush grows in moist sites but usually not in standing water. Common in wet meadows and tolerates somewhat compacted soil. We have seen this species spread rapidly along moist, disturbed shorelines. Juncus
tenuis Slender rush Slender rush is most frequent in disturbed sites such as pastures, roadsides, and clearings. It is tolerant of compacted soils, some shade, and some drought, which means it will survive the conditions of many mitigation sites! Scirpus
acutus (lacustris ssp. acutus) Hardstem bulrush Hardstem bulrush can form large colonies in standing water at lakeshores and marshes. It grows in deeper water than any other emergents we grow--plant it at a depth of 2-8" at lowest water. Generally a fresh water species, but can tolerate some salt water. Provides food, cover, and/or nesting sites for many species of birds and mammals. Scirpus
microcarpus Small-fruited bulrush Small-fruited bulrush is a vigorous grower in sloughs, streambanks, and disturbed sites such as ditches and wet clearings. This species likes to be wet year-round, although the soil may be dry at the surface during drought. It may tolerate some shade, but will grow less vigorously. Provides valuable food and nesting material for wildlife. Top
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