Marsh Straw Sedge

Hood's Sedge should be watered weekly with approximately 1/4" – 1/2" of water. This should be done in the early morning hours between 6-8am so the plant has time to absorb the water before the hot afternoon. It is also beneficial to water the plant near the roots as opposed to on the leaves as this helps to ensure that the water is penetrating the soil and providing moisture to the plant. During warmer months, it may be necessary to water the plant more often, however, overwatering should be avoided as it can lead to root rot.

Hood's Sedge (Carex hoodii) thrives in full sun to part shade. In the wild, this species are found in Northern California, Oregon, and Washington where it has adapted to a wide range of sunlight conditions. In your garden, however, provide 5 to 8 hours of direct sun each day for best growth. Too much shade and the plant may become leggy or fail to thrive.

Hood's Sedge should be pruned once per year, usually in early spring before fresh growth begins. Pruning should begin by removing any dead or diseased stems. Once these have been removed, shape the Sedge by trimming the remaining stems back by 1/3 to 1/2 their height. This will encourage fuller growth and prevent overcrowding. Harsh pruning should be avoided as Hood's Sedge does not require extensive pruning. If necessary, some light shaping and thinning can be done throughout the growing season as needed.