Fescue Sedge

Fescue Sedge should be watered deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry between waterings. It prefers regular but highly-varied amounts of water; light watering every few days is optimum. In times of extended dryness, Fescue Sedge should be watered more frequently, ideally until the soil is saturated and excess water is draining away, then allowing the soil to dry out again before the next watering. Fescue Sedge grows best in moist soil. Too much water can cause the plant to suffer from root rot, so it is best to avoid soggy soil.

Fescue Sedge (Carex festucacea) prefers full sun or part shade. An ideal location for Fescue Sedge is 1 that receives at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. If planted in full sun, the plant should be sheltered from strong, drying winds. In some climates, Fescue Sedge may prefer shorter periods of full sun mixed with additional shade throughout the day. Morning sun is preferred over afternoon sun. It is important to protect watering and fertilizing the Fescue Sedge during the hottest hours of the day. If grown in full shade, the grass will become sparse and may even die off.

Fescue Sedge is a low-growing, clump-forming grass that is easy to maintain with regular pruning. Pruning of this plant species can be done either by hand with pruning shears or with a mower. Generally, pruning should be done in the late winter or early spring, before the new growth starts in the spring. If done by hand, the older leaves of the fescue sedge can be removed with pruning shears, to allow new leaves to grow in and to maintain a neat and tidy appearance. For pruning with a mower, use the highest setting to cut the leaves down even with the top of the soil, about once a year. This will rejuvenate the plant and keep it looking its best.