Species Lapland Sedge

Lapland Sedge

Carex lapponica

Lapland Sedge is a species of grass-like sedge native to alpine and boreal regions of Europe, Asia and North America. Growing up to 50cm in height, it has fine, dark green leaves that curl and become somewhat erect with age. The flowers are small and brownish-green in colour, clustered in slender, sconced spikes along the upper part of the stem. It is adapted to many growing conditions, ranging from moist meadows and open woods to dry, sandy or gravelly soils. It prefers full sun to light shade and is an excellent ornamental grass for borders and naturalized areas. Lapland Sedge provides food and shelter for wildlife and has a graceful, calm presence in a garden.

Watering:

Frequent

Hardiness Zone:

Flowers:

Yellow|Green/Brown Flowers

Sun:

Partial Shade

Soil:

Loam

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

watering

Smoothstem Sedge generally prefers moist soil and should typically be watered twice a week. During the height of the summer, water it more frequently as the soil can dry out more quickly when temperatures are higher. You can fulfill its watering needs by giving it a deep soak of 1 - 1.5 inches (2.5-3.5 cm) of water at a time. After the initial soak, allow the top 1 inch (2.5 cm) of soil to dry out before watering again. In general, the soil should only be kept consistently moist and not saturated.

sunlight

Smoothstem Sedge prefers full sun or partial shade, so it should receive several hours of direct sunlight each day. The best time for it to receive its maximum amount of sunlight is in the late morning and early afternoon. It should receive at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. If planted in partial shade, the plant will need at least 3-4 hours of direct sunlight each day.

pruning

Smoothstem Sedge is a hardy, evergreen grass-like plant and it benefits from occasional pruning. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring, before new growth appears. Care must be taken not to over-prune the plant as this will weaken it. Prune back top growth by 1-third to 1-half, making sure to avoid removing too much of the foliage. Be sure to remove dead, diseased, or dying leaves and other growth to keep the plant healthy. Avoid damaging surrounding plants while pruning.

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