Species clustered field sedge
Green leaves with green stem with brown seedheads.

clustered field sedge

Carex praegracilis

Also Known As - Freeway Sedge,Field Sedge,Field Sedge
Clustered field sedge (Carex praegracilis) is a low-growing, clump-forming sedge with bright green, needle-like foliage. Its small, cylindrical, spike-like yellow brown flower heads emerge in late spring. The foliage of this perennial grass-like plant remains evergreen throughout the year, providing excellent groundcover for sunny and lightly shaded spots. It is remarkably tolerant of periods of drought and neglect once established, and will reward the gardener with years of reliable emerald foliage. Its attractive foliage and flowers make it a great choice for pathways, lawns, or rock gardens. For gardeners in colder climates, clustered field sedge is an ideal choice as it is hardy in zones 3 through 8.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Stolon

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 8

Flowers:

Green to pale reddish brown Flowers

Sun:

Sun

Soil:

Clay, Sand, Loam

Fruits:

brown,black Fruits Ready In

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Clustered field sedge prefers moist soil and will require frequent watering. It should be watered at least once a week or every other week, depending on the climate and soil type. During the warm season, water it evenly and deeply once a week, and water it more often in hotter climates. During the winter months, be sure to continue watering, although at a slightly less frequent rate than the warm months, so that the soil does not dry out too much. Make sure to check the soil moisture before watering as overwatering can easily damage this species.

sunlight

Clustered field sedge (Carex praegracilis) is a species of plant that prefers full sun or light shade and thrives when given around 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. Clustered field sedge should be planted in a protected area to ensure it is not shaded by other plants or buildings, as too little sunlight can cause stunted growth. When grown in its ideal light conditions, clustered field sedge typically blooms in May or June with a long flowering period.

pruning

Clustered Field Sedge should be pruned twice a year. In the early spring season (March-April), lightly prune the plants to remove any dead foliage and stems, and to give the plants a more even shape. This also stimulates the plant to produce new growth. In the late summer season (July-August), lightly prune the plants again to remove any dead or damaged foliage; this will promote healthier and more robust growth in the upcoming season. Always use sharp, clean tools when pruning and remove no more than 1-third of the plants foliage and stems.

Season

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

Clustered field sedge typically starts flowering in May.

Harvest Fruit

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

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