Parallel Sedge

Parallel Sedge should be watered deeply and regularly but not too frequently. This species prefers moist soil and may require watering every 1-2 days in periods of extended drought. If the soil appears dry, then it is best to water the plant until it is fully saturated but don't overwater as this can lead to root rot. In general, a good rule of thumb for watering this species is to allow the top inch of soil to dry out before watering again.

Parallel Sedge (Carex parallela subsp. parallela) does best in an area with partial sunlight. It prefers light conditions around 4 to 6 hours of direct sunshine daily. However, it should be noted that this species of Sedge is tolerant of some shade, so it can be grown in areas with slightly less than the preferred amounts of light. It is important to note that even though this species of Sedge can tolerate some shade, they may not grow to their optimal size without the preferred level of sunlight.

Parallel Sedge should be pruned once a year, in the spring, after the new growth begins to sprout. Pruning should be done back to the ground to remove old, dead foliage, as well as any stray foliage that has grown away from the main clump. This will help promote new growth and a healthy, bushy shape. It is also important to thin the foliage of the plant to remove overcrowded growth and keep the shape looking neat. If necessary, prune lightly again in the late summer to help maintain a neat shape.