Houghton's Sedge typically starts flowering in May.
Houghton's Sedge
Carex houghtoniana Torrey ex Dewey
Also Known As - Houghton's Woolly SedgeHoughton’s Sedge, also known by the scientific name Carex houghtoniana, is a perennial herbaceous plant found primarily in parts of Canada and the northern U.S. states. Its stems are covered in distinctive dark green leaves, which have an overall triangular shape. The flowers of Houghton’s Sedge are a creamy white color and grow in tight clusters along the stems, typically blooming in early summer. Common habitat types for this species include wetland and river areas, as well as meadows and forests. It is considered a valuable conservation species due to its ability to help restore and protect ecosystems.
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
Flowers:
Green/Brown Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part shade
Soil:
Sand
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Houghton's Sedge should be watered periodically and deeply for best growth. It should be watered moderately, once per week, ensuring that soil is moist but not soggy. Water should be applied directly to the soil - not to the foliage - and it should never be allowed to become completely dry. During summer months, increase the frequency of watering if necessary to keep the soil moist.
sunlight
Houghton's Sedge grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers to grow in moist, acidic soil that is rich in organic matter. It should be provided with 4 to 8 hours of direct sunlight a day, with the most exposure during the mid-morning and late afternoon hours. During the summer months, Houghton's Sedge can tolerate up to 12 hours of direct sunlight per day, but should be shaded from the midday sun. In areas with extreme heat, it is best to give it some afternoon shade.
pruning
Houghton's Sedge should be pruned twice a year, in late winter or early spring and again in early summer. During the late winter or early spring pruning, the tops of the plants should be cut back to a height of 3–5 inches (7.6–12.7 cm). This encourages fuller growth and reduces the overall height of the plants. During the early summer pruning, non-flowering stems should be selectively pruned to about half their length, and any old leaves and brown stems should be cut away. This will help the plants produce more new growth and promote flowering later in the summer.
Season
Fall
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Starts Flowering
