Smoothstem Sedge

For Sedge (Carex lacustris x), plants should be watered thoroughly and deeply once or twice per week. The amount of water depends on the amount of natural rainfall each week, the plant species, and the soil type. For Sedge plants, wait until the top few inches of the soil are dry before applying water. Depending on your climate, this may be once a week or every other week. The soil should remain moist but be careful not to overwater your plants, as this can cause root rot. If you are unsure, it is better to underwater than to overwater.

The ideal amount of sunlight for a Sedge plant is between 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily. The best time to provide this amount is from early morning until mid-afternoon, when the sun is at its highest and its rays are strongest. During the hottest summer months, it may be necessary to provide some shade to the Sedge plant in order to prevent burning or wilting. However, as long as it gets at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day it should be able to thrive.

Pruning of sedge should be done in the late spring or early summer once the plants have gone dormant. The best time for pruning sedge is when the new shoots start to emerge, usually starting in late May or early June. Prune the plant lightly to remove any dead or damaged foliage, as well as any growth that is lanky or weak. Try to cut only the dead growth, leaving the healthy and vigorous plants growing. This will help the plant stay healthy and dense, and will also make it look neat. If the sedge has outgrown its space, it can be cut back farther and smaller shoots will emerge from the base.