Species Slender Woodland Sedge

Slender Woodland Sedge

Carex digitalis var. digitalis

Slender woodland sedge (Carex digitalis var. digitalis) is a perennial grass-like plant that is native to North American woodlands. This plant grows to between 8-20 inches tall, with narrow, fine textured foliage. Its arching stems bear roots at the lower node and have small inflorescences that are greenish-brown or yellowish in color. The foliage of this sedge often displays reddish hues in the spring and summer. This is a low-maintenance species that thrives in moist and shady conditions, and makes a great choice for pathways and as a backdrop to other garden plants. It is deer resistant and can be an excellent addition to a woodland garden or natural landscape.

Watering:

Average

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 requires moderate amounts of water and should be watered regularly to keep the soil moist. Generally, it should be watered about once a week or every 5–7 days. Allow the top 2–3 inches of the soil to dry slightly before watering again. Water the plant thoroughly so that the entire soil mass is saturated, then allow the excess water to drain out. To prevent root rot, do not allow the soil to become waterlogged or overly dry.

sunlight

Slender Woodland Sedge requires the proper amount of sunlight for optimum growth. As an undersired plant, it prefers to remain in shaded spots with intermittent, dappled sunlight. Additionally, the sun should not be too harsh, as the plant can sunburn easily. This plant should receive approximately 2-4 hours of direct sunlight per day, with the remainder of its light coming from indirect or dappled light throughout the day. With proper care and the correct amount of sunlight, this species will reward you with a striking ground cover addition to your garden.

pruning

Slender Woodland Sedge should be pruned annually in late winter or early spring. Pruning should include removing dead, damaged, or overgrown foliage and flowering stems, and also thinning stems to improve air circulation. It is important to avoid pruning the shoots too severely, as this can prevent the sedge from regrowing sufficiently. Regular pruning will also help the sedge to maintain its neat, attractive appearance.