Species Lakebank Sedge
burgundy-yellow spikelets with green foliage and stems

Lakebank Sedge

Carex lacustris

Also Known As - Lake Sedge,Hairy Sedge
The Lakebank Sedge (Carex lacustris) is a perennial sedge species native to Europe, but is also found in North America. This species can withstand exposure to both cold and hot conditions, favoured by moist environments and growing close to still or slow-flowing waters. Its evergreen foliage forms dense clusters of slender, pointed leaves, typically 20-35 cm long. The flowers are delicate, with creamy-white, rhizomatous spikes held above the foliage in the spring. It is a good choice for erosion prevention and wildlife habitat, providing excellent coverage and colour to the landscape. Lakebank Sedge is an ideal choice for wetland and garden designs.

Watering:

Minimal

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

Sun, Partial Shade, Shade

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

Low

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

The Lakebank Sedge is a plant species that should be watered twice weekly. When watering your Lakebank Sedge, make sure to water it deeply, allowing the water to soak down to the roots. Try to water only the soil, not the leaves, as this will reduce the chance of fungus and other plant ailments. Since the Lakebank Sedge is a wetland species, you might consider setting up a water feature or bog-type environment to ensure that the plant gets the right amount of moisture. Additionally, you may also want to use a mulch to help retain soil moisture.

sunlight

Lakebank Sedge is a plant species that thrives in full or partial sun, typically between 4-8 hours daily. It can tolerate some shade, and if grown in the northern part of the U.S., will require some afternoon protection. In the hotter climates, Lakebank Sedge performs better when planted in shade and with some additional water. The best time for planting or transplanting Lakebank Sedge is in spring but it can be planted in fall where temperatures are cooler.

pruning

Lakebank Sedge can be pruned in early spring before the new growth starts. For the best results, it is recommended to prune back this species of sedge to half of its previous height and width at that time. This can be done using hedge shears or by hand. Pruning should be done regularly, as often as necessary to keep the appearance of the desired shape. Pruning in late summer or early autumn is not recommended, as it prevents the sprouting of new shoots and reduces overall vigor.