Carex pansa (meadow sedge) or sand Prune occasionally by shearing

Prune occasionally by shearing

- Best in well drained decomposed granite

Chaparral whitethorn

Use it in dry stream beds

It is best to shear these plants lightly several times a year to remove old flowers and maintain density

Carex pansa (meadow sedge) or sand Prune occasionally by shearingDune sedge An alternative to turf grass. Dune sedge can grow up to a foot tall and spreads by rhizomes. It prefers more water than other grasses and will go partially dormant in summer without additional watering. This plant produces a pollen that can produce an allergic reaction. When the grass goes dormant in the late summer or fall you can mow before new growth emerges. Plant in full sun to partial shade Best in sandy soil Moderate water