Species Slender Woodland Sedge
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Slender Woodland Sedge

Carex digitalis

Also Known As - Slender Wood Sedge
Slender Woodland Sedge (Carex digitalis) is a beautiful species of sedge found in woodland habitats. It has stiff, slender, olive-green leaves with a waxy surface and averages 20-60 cm in height. It has a distinctive head of golden-brown spikelets, each with a single seed. The Slender woodland sedge is a perennial species which blooms from late spring to midsummer. It's an excellent plant for stabilizing soil in woodlands, and is also an attractive ornamental addition to a garden. It is also used in bouquets and dried arrangements. Slender Woodland Sedge is deer and drought tolerant and grows best in part to full shade in rich, moist soil.

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

part shade,part sun/part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Slender Woodland Sedge should be watered 2 to 3 times per week. Water should be applied until the soil becomes saturated. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. During hotter weather, more frequent watering may be needed to keep the soil moist. During the winter, water should only be applied every 2 to 3 weeks.

sunlight

Slender Woodland Sedge (Carex digitalis) is an ideal plant for shady spots since it prefers filtered or dappled sunlight. It prefers morning sun and mid-afternoon shade. This species does not tolerate intense, direct sunlight for a long period of time as it will burn the foliage. For best results, plant Slender Woodland Sedge in areas that receive direct sunlight for no more than 3 to 4 hours each day.

pruning

Slender Woodland Sedge (Carex digitalis) can be pruned in late spring when new growth begins. Cut off any dead, diseased or unwanted growth to maintain the desired shape and size of the plant. Prune the plant lightly, removing no more than 1/3 of the total foliage mass. This will help promote vigorous growth and create a desirable shape that captures the eye. Ensure all tools or scissors used for pruning are clean and sharp to prevent disease.