Species Crawe's Sedge
lime-yellow spikelets with brown-green foliage and stems

Crawe's Sedge

Carex crawei

Also Known As - Early Fen Sedge
Crawe's Sedge (Carex crawei) is a common perennial sedge of the Great Plains. It can be found growing in wet meadows and along shorelines. This species has an upright, tufted form that grows between 6-18 inches tall. Its leaves are green and narrow. Its creamy white, fuzzy, egg-shaped seed heads are unique and attractive. Crawe's Sedge is found in North America across the southern Great Plains, from Nebraska to Texas and from Oklahoma to Colorado. It performs well in moist, sunny meadows, requiring full sun and poorly drained soil to thrive. This species can attract both hummingbirds and butterflies, adding additional beauty and interest to any garden.

Watering:

Minimal

Hardiness Zone:

Flowers:

Flowers

Sun:

Sun

Soil:

Sand, Loam

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Field Sedge should be watered 1 to 2 times a week depending on the season. In the spring and autumn, water thoroughly and deeply once a week. In the summer months, water the Field Sedge 2 times a week, making sure to not overwater. When watering, soak the soil around the plant until the top couple of inches of soil is moist. During periods of dry weather, provide additional water to the Field Sedge to keep the soil moist. If the soil around the Field Sedge becomes very dry, it is best to do a deep soak instead of several shallow waterings.

sunlight

Field Sedge typically prefers full sun to partial shade with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. This sun exposure can be met through direct sun or dappled shade. Too little sunlight can cause yellowing of the foliage and thinning of the plant. Planting in an area with morning sun and afternoon shade can also be beneficial in the warmer months.

pruning

Field Sedge is a species of perennial grass that can be pruned back in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. This should be done annually to control the height and spread of the plant. Plants should be cut down to within 2-3 inches of the ground. Pruning should be done with care in order to ensure healthy regrowth and minimize shock to the plant. It is best to prune the Field Sedge when soil is still moist, as dry soil can cause the plant to become damaged or stressed during pruning.

Season

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Starts Flowering

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