Polar Sedge

Polar Sedge (Carex arctiformis) should be watered regularly, but not too much. Water when the top 2 inches of soil is dry; however, for hot, dry climates, it is best to water once a week. During summer months, water in the morning to reduce evaporation. In winter, water only if the air temperature is above 40°F. In addition, Polar Sedge prefers moist but well-drained soils and will not tolerate wet or overly soggy soil.

Polar Sedge is a perennial plant found in Arctic, alpine, and subalpine regions of Alaska, Yukon, and Siberia. This species grows best in partial shade, receiving at least 2 to 4 hours of direct sunlight per day, ideally during the morning or late afternoon hours when the sun is not at its hottest. During periods of higher sun exposure, plants should be given partial shade or extra moisture to keep them from drying out. If partial shade is difficult to provide, Polar Sedge can survive full sunlight if appropriate moisture is provided.

Polar Sedge should be pruned in early spring or late summer. Pruning should be light, removing any dead or damaged stems and lightly shaping the plant as desired. Large branches should be removed back to the base of the plant. Deadheading can also be done to encourage repeat blooming. It is important not to prune more than 1-third of the plant, as excessive pruning can damage the plant and delay flowering.