Transform your landscape with these superstar native plants! Sedges (Carex spp.) are a group of tough native perennials with a grass-like appearance and an array of interesting flower structures. From dry shade and full sun to rain gardens, sedges offer versatile solutions for nearly any site. Whether you’re exploring lawn alternatives or enhancing existing design elements, there’s a sedge suited to your needs. Discover the many practical uses of these multi-functional plants and gain fresh ideas for incorporating them into your projects.
Participants will:
- Learn how to harness the natural growth habits of sedges and highlight their best attributes in the landscape
- Explore effective ways to use different sedge varieties across a range of garden and landscape microclimates
- Gain practical strategies for addressing common challenges that both professionals and home gardeners encounter when working with sedges
This program meets in person at the Arboretum.
Instructor: Chris Baran, owner, Resilient Design Chicago
Continuing education: If you are interested in continuing education units from a particular professional organization, please email education@mortonarb.org.
Age: 16 and older
Course number: H190
