Northern Bog Sedge typically starts flowering in June.
Northern Bog Sedge
Carex gynocrates
Also Known As - Yellow Bog SedgeNorthern bog sedge (Carex gynocrates) is a herbaceous plant species native to cold, temperate and boreal Eurasia. It is found in alpine and subalpine wetlands and grows up to 20 cm tall. The foliage is green to yellow-green in color and the flowers are reddish-brown. This perennial species offers a unique texture to any garden and is able to tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels. It also grows well in moist soil and tolerant of some drought. As a result, Northern bog sedge is typically used in erosion control, rain garden and rain-fed pond management. It also works great as an accent piece in wetland gardens and along shorelines. Its mild grass-like appearance provides a great contrast to its impressive array of blooms.
Watering:
Minimal
Propagation:
Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
Flowers:
Green/Brown Flowers
Sun:
Sun, Partial Shade
Soil:
Sand, Loam
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Northern Bog Sedge should be watered weekly during its growing season (generally spring through fall). Keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy. This plant typically needs 1-2 inches of water per week, either from rainfall or from hand-watering. It is important to note, however, that because bog sedge has shallow roots, it needs frequent but light watering. Avoid overwatering and waterlogged soil as this can cause root rot or limit oxygen to the plant's roots.
sunlight
Northern Bog Sedge (Carex gynocrates) should receive partial to full sun in order to flourish. It prefers morning sun, and some afternoon shade. As such, in the Northern Hemisphere, it should receive 4 to 6 hours of sunlight a day, depending on the season and the amount of cloud cover. Generally, Northern Bog Sedge should be grown in an area that receives full sun during the summer months, and partial shade from late spring through early autumn. Make sure to avoid extremely hot spots, especially during the afternoon hours.
pruning
Northern Bog Sedge should be pruned once a year, typically in early spring or late fall.Depending on the growth, you may want to do more pruning throughout the growing season. Pruning should be done lightly, since this plant is slow to regrow, and should be done before the growing season starts. Prune only the withered or dead foliage, leaving at least 1 third of the foliage intact. Doing so helps ensure that plenty of foliage remains to keep the plant healthy and looking its best.
Season
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Starts Flowering
