Species blue wood sedge
Green leaves and stems.

blue wood sedge

Carex flaccosperma

Blue wood sedge (Carex flaccosperma) is an amazing and hardy species of sedge that will add texture and subtle accent to any landscape. It features narrow, but wide, soft and floppy bluish-green leaves, and in early summer, it produces slender, red-tinged seedheads. This sedge is highly adaptable, withstanding both wet and dry conditions, and makes a great ground cover. It's also highly deer-resistant and adds a beautiful accent of blue to the landscape. Blue wood sedge is a low-maintenance, durable accent that will make a unique and eye-catching addition to any garden.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Stolon

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 8

Flowers:

Greenish-white Flowers

Sun:

Part shade,full shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,yellow

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

watering

Blue wood sedge should be watered moderately, about once per week. Give enough water to moisten the soil, but be careful not to overwater. Water in the early morning to avoid any excess evaporation from the heat. The soil should be allowed to dry out slightly between watering. Always check the soil before watering and avoid overwatering. Monitor watering closely in the warmer months, or during dry spells, to ensure the plant isn't suffering from drought.

sunlight

Blue wood sedge prefers full sun to part shade, and will grow very well with full sun exposure. During the summer, it needs 8-12 hours of direct sun each day. During the cooler months it should have 4-5 hours of direct sun. Supplemental lighting is also recommended for optimal growth, especially during the shorter days of winter.

pruning

Blue Wood Sedge should be pruned in late spring or early summer. The best time to do so is when the spring growth starts to turn yellow or brown. Pruning away any dead or diseased blades can help rejuvenate the plant and promote healthy new growth. It is not necessary to prune away any of the actively growing blades unless they are overcrowding the overall shape of the plant. Prune off no more than 2 inches of foliage, since any more could harm the plant. Pruning away dead foliage will also help to reduce the spread of any diseases or pests that may have infiltrated the plant.

Season

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Starts Flowering

Blue wood sedge typically starts flowering in May.

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