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Carex praegracilis

Tollway Sedge

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32 Plug Tray Out of Stock
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Description

Tollway Sedge, also known as Carex praegracilis, is a hardy, adaptable sedge that thrives in a variety of environments, including moist borders, woodland gardens, bogs, and along water margins. It is well-suited to both high-moisture and drought conditions, making it a versatile choice for natural landscaping and restoration projects.

This native perennial spreads by dark, creeping rhizomes and forms dense ground cover with its fine, basal leaves. It produces small, inconspicuous flower spikes featuring both male and female flowers, typically blooming from mid to late season. Seed clusters appear in late spring to early summer.

Tollway Sedge is often used as a turfgrass alternative due to its low maintenance needs, ability to withstand foot traffic, and ecological benefits. Its resilience and adaptability make it an excellent choice for rain gardens, swales, and restoration of disturbed sites.

Also known as: Freeway Sedge, Clustered Field Sedge.

Seed Details

Weight 15 lbs
Dimensions 22 × 12 × 11 in
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32 Plug Tray, 50 Plug Tray
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SociabilityGrows in Clumps, Rhizomes
Sun RequirementsFull Sun, Partial Sun/Shade
Soil MoistureMesic, Wet-Mesic
BenefitsErosion Control, Ornamental
Height1-2'
USDA Zones6 - 10
Plant Spacing2-3'

Seeds & Seed Mixes:

Seeds and seed mixes ship nationwide, year-round, typically within 3–5 business days. If you would like to postpone a seed mix shipment until fall, please note this at checkout.

Live Plants:

Live plants are available year-round while inventory lasts and ship to all states except California, Arizona, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Alaska, and Hawaii. After your order is placed, we’ll contact you to coordinate a spring shipping window, as many plants are overwintered and ship once dormancy breaks.

Estimated shipping for 2026 plant orders begins in mid-April, weather permitting.

If you’re looking to secure plants in advance or need larger quantities for a project, we offer contract growing options. Contact us to discuss your needs and request a quote. Additional species not listed online may also be available through contract grow.

Live Stakes:

Live stakes are available by request only and must be ordered by submitting a contact form. Ordering is open seasonally from November 1 through February 28. A minimum of 100 stakes per order is required, with at least 25 stakes per species.

Live stakes ship only to the following states: Missouri, Minnesota, South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Tennessee, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Iowa.

PLS stands for Pure Live Seed, an industry-standard measure of seed quality. It reflects the portion of seed in a batch that is viable and capable of germinating.

What this means for you: when you purchase 1 lb. of PLS seed, the physical weight of the seed you receive will be slightly more than 1 lb. That’s because we account for non-viable seed and natural inert material upfront, so you receive a full pound of live, plantable seed.

Many companies sell bulk seed by total weight, which can include filler and non-viable seed. By pricing based on PLS, we make sure you’re getting exactly what you paid for—high-quality native seed with more predictable, successful germination.

Want to dive deeper? Check out our in-depth article on what PLS is and why it matters.

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