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Nebraska Sedge
Carex nebrascensis
Nebraska Sedge
In stock · from $14.99
Loose tufts of blue-green blades accented by stalks with brown seed heads. Spreads by rhizomes and seeds, but reseeding is not typical. Strong root systems are beneficial in riparian areas to prevent erosion. Native to much of western North America from Canada to Mexico. Highly palatable by numerous animals and an important food source for many. Adaptable to a wide range of soils from occasional standing water to drought through summer.
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Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-09-03.
Quick answers
How big does Nebraska Sedge get?
About 24-30" tall and 24" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Nebraska Sedge need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Nebraska Sedge need?
Low water use.
Will Nebraska Sedge grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Nebraska Sedge in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $14.99. Homeowners can order online for pickup at the farm or local delivery; landscape contractors can have it shipped across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada.
Can landscape contractors buy Nebraska Sedge wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.