Carex vulpinoidea, Fox sedge, is aptly named for its fox tail like seed head. Fox sedge, is a tough versatile plant that lends itself well to most wetland restoration projects. Like Tussock sedge, Fox sedge has fine textured arching foliage and stands between 1-2’ tall and thrives in full sun.
Exposure
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Mature Height
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Spread Characteristics
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Clumping |
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Rhizomatous - Slow |
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Season of Interest (Flowering)
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Season of Interest (Foliage)
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Pond Zonation
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High Marsh - Saturated Soil |
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Low Marsh 0 - 6" |
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Foliage Color
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Wildlife Benefits
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Amphibians |
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Cover |
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Food |
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Nesting |
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Songbirds |
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Waterfowl |
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Critter Resistance
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Deer Resistant |
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Goose Resistant |
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Wetland Indicator Status
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Plant Type
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Bog/Marsh |
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Marginal |
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Sedge |
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Attributes
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Bio Remediation |
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Drought Tolerant |
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Erosion Control |
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Fibrous Roots |
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Mass Planting |
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Native |
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Naturalizing |
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Rain Garden |
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Storm Water Basin |
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USDA Hardiness Zone
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