Merritt Fernald's Sedge

Merritt Fernald's Sedge should be watered deeply once a week during the growing season; shallow watering can be done in between deep watering if necessary. It does best when soil is kept evenly moist, but not soggy. Reduce the frequency of watering in winter when the plant is dormant.

Merritt Fernald's Sedge is best grown in partial to full sun. This plant prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soils with consistent moisture. It does best in areas that get at least 4 hours of direct sunlight each day. During the hottest part of the day, it is best to provide some shade to protect the plant from intense heat and direct sunlight.

Merritt Fernald's sedge should be pruned once yearly in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Start by cutting about 1 third of the older stems with hand pruners. This will help maintain a healthy, dense shape. In addition, prune off any dead, damaged, or diseased stems. Prune too-tall stems to maintain the desired size of the plant. This will also help balance the sedge and will encourage branching. Try to minimize the amount of pruning you do, as this species often maintains its shape naturally.