Species sedge
Brown spikelet with beige anthers, white hair 
and green-brown stems.

sedge

Carex pensylvanica 'Straw Hat'

Also Known As - Pennsylvania Sedge
Sedge (Carex pensylvanica 'Straw Hat') is an amazing plant species for any green space. This sedge is straightforward to maintain, needing very little water or sunlight. It's also an evergreen, meaning it will stay colourful and lush all year round. The fluffy, bright golden flowers make a stunning display when in bloom throughout early summer, providing a wonderful visual contrast to whatever else is nearby. Plus, it has a great texture and lacks any significant insect or disease problems. All in all, it's an excellent addition to your garden, providing both colour and substance throughout the year.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Minimum

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Flowers:

Greenish Flowers

Sun:

Sun, Partial Shade, Shade

Soil:

Clay, Sand, Loam

Fruits:

brown Fruits Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Easy

watering

The Sedge (Carex pensylvanica 'Straw Hat') should be watered every 2-3 days, using 1-2 inches of water each time. Water in the early morning or late evening, avoiding the heat of the day. Soak the soil, and do not let it dry completely between waterings. In the summer, a 2- to 3-week period of excessive heat may require an increase in watering frequency. During cooler winter weather, watering should be reduced, allowing the top couple inches of soil to dry out between waterings.

sunlight

Sedge (Carex pensylvanica 'Straw Hat') requires medium to full sun to grow and promote healthy growth. This variety of sedge prefers full sun for 4-6 hours daily, in order to receive adequate amounts of nutrients and energy to thrive. Too much direct sunlight can damage this species, so be sure to avoid prolonged exposure throughout the day. For best results, provide full to partial sun in the morning to early afternoon hours in order to provide the desired light duration.

pruning

Sedge (Carex pensylvanica 'Straw Hat') requires minimal pruning, and only the most overgrown plants need to be shaped or cut back. When needed, pruning should be done in the late fall, after the plant has gone dormant. Before pruning, inspect the plant carefully for any dead or damaged stems, and cut these away first. Then, if it needs shaping, cut back the tips of some of the lower growth to retain the desired aesthetic. Be sure not to trim too heavily, as too much pruning can prevent the plant from flowering and can cause it to become more vulnerable to disease.

Season

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

Carex pensylvanica 'Straw Hat' typically starts flowering in May.

Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Carex pensylvanica 'Straw Hat' typically begins in late June and continues through August.

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