Species Sedge

Sedge

Carex crinita var. crinita x

Sedge (Carex crinita var. crinita x) is a plant species that loves moisture, and is typically found in wet or marshy areas. Its leaves can range from six to twenty inches in length and can be either lance-shaped or oval. The foliage is yellow-green in color and the edges are finely serrated and bright-edged. Ideal for decorative planting, these plants form clumps of foliage, are good for erosion control, and can work well as a ground cover. They often bloom in the summertime, displaying small, pale brownish-orange flowers in conelike clusters. This attractive, resilient species is an ideal choice for a vibrant and low-maintenance garden.

Watering:

Frequent

Hardiness Zone:

Flowers:

Yellow|Green/Brown Flowers

Sun:

full shade,part shade,filtered shade

Soil:

Sand

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Crawford's Sedge should be watered 2-3 times a week throughout the growing season with 1 - 1.5 inches of water each time. Make sure to water deeply, so that water reaches down to the root level. Watering should be done early in the morning, allowing any excess water to evaporate before the temperatures heat up in the afternoon. As the weather gets colder, you can decrease the amount and frequency of watering. Also, take into account rain and rainfall before applying additional water. During the winter season, this type of plant is usually hardy enough not to require much, if any, additional water.

sunlight

This species of plant does best in partially shaded to full shady conditions and does not prefer direct sunlight. It should receive no more than 3-4 hours of direct sunlight in the morning or late afternoon. It is best to avoid exposing this species of plant to direct sunlight during the hottest parts of the day. This will provide the best environment for its growth and health.

pruning

Crawford's Sedge (Carex crawfordii) should be lightly pruned in early spring (March-April). This species benefits from light pruning to remove dead and diseased foliage. Rejuvenating pruning can be done in mid-late spring (May-June). Prune stems back to 1-2 inches above the soil line. Since this species is clump-forming, it should be left unpruned in areas where it is naturalized.

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