Species Davis's sedge

Davis's sedge

Carex davisii

Davis's sedge (Carex davisii) is an amazing plant species for many reasons. It is incredibly hardy and can survive in a variety of different climates from wetlands to dry, rocky areas. It is also drought tolerant, and its deep green leaves provide a beautiful contrast when planted around flowers or other greenery. Additionally, Davis’s sedge is a source of food for many different species of insect or birds, making it an important part of many ecosystems. Finally, Davis’s sedge is known to have a very long lifespan, and in some cases, it is known to live for up to one hundred years. These qualities make Davis’s sedge an amazing plant species.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 7

Flowers:

Green Flowers

Sun:

part sun/part shade,full sun

Fruits:

red,brown Fruits Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Davis's sedge requires regular watering. It should be watered once a week during the summer and every 2 weeks in the winter. Water should initially penetrate the top 2 - 3 inches of soil, then additional water should be added until the soil is damp to a depth of 6 - 8 inches. When watering, allow the water to slowly soak into the soil. If the soil is too dry, the roots of the plants may suffer from dehydration and the leaves may start to wilt. It is important to avoid over-watering, as this may cause root rot.

sunlight

Davis's sedge (Carex davisii) should be exposed to full sun or partial shade, which should be at least 4 hours of direct sunlight per day. It is best adapted to cool coastal regions, so it may need more shade during the hot afternoon sun in hotter climates. To ensure good growth, place it in an area that receives direct sunlight in the morning and afternoon and partial shade during the midday when the sun is the strongest.

pruning

Davis's sedge (Carex davisii) should be pruned in late spring or early summer, once flowering has finished. Pruning should be done to remove dead, weak, or damaged stems, as well as any stems that grow too long. The extent of pruning depends on the desired size and shape of the plant, but a light pruning will encourage even bushier growth and keep the plant looking its best. Once the dead and weak stems have been pruned, they should be disposed of to reduce the risk of pests and disease.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Davis's sedge typically starts flowering in April.

Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Carex davisii typically begins in late June and continues through August.

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