Carex squarrosa (Narrow-Leaved Cattail Sedge) Soil-Normal Photo 1: By Bruce Marlin

Photo 1: By Bruce Marlin [CC BY-SA 2

This plant is a tough survivor that holds it own in the rough an tumble river and stream banks and against the truly aggressive hybrid cattail and all mighty and evil reed canary grass

With flowers beginning in late August and sometimes lasting until early October it aims to please

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Monarch Butterflies are fully and exclusively dependent upon milkweeds for laying eggs and for larva food source and they can nectar

Carex squarrosa (Narrow-Leaved Cattail Sedge) Soil-Normal Photo 1: By Bruce MarlinCarex squarrosa, commonly known as Narrow Leaved Cattail Sedge, is a native perennial grass like plant ideal for wetland restoration and rain gardens. This hardy sedge thrives in moist to wet soils and partial shade, making it perfect for stabilizing streambanks and reducing erosion. Its fine textured foliage adds visual interest to naturalized landscapes while providing habitat for wildlife. Low maintenance once established, Carex squarrosa requires