Species Spreading Sedge

Spreading Sedge

Carex laxiculmis var. laxiculmis

Spreading Sedge (Carex laxiculmis var. laxiculmis) is a low-growing, mounding shrub. Its green, pointed, slender leaves form a spreading, fanning pattern, radiating outwards from a single source. This perennial thrives in part to full shade in moist to wet soil, and prefers areas with sandy, acidic soils. Spreading Sedge will slowly spread through roots and rhizomes, eventually forming a solid mat if left undisturbed. Its bright, tiny flowers appear in loose clusters in early summer. Hardy and low maintenance, Spreading Sedge is an excellent choice for naturalizing spots in the garden and along the edges of water gardens.

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Easy

watering

Spreading Sedge should be watered deeply on a regular basis. It should be watered early in the morning or late in the evening. During warmer months, water in the morning for best results. During the hottest days of summer, it should be watered twice a week to prevent wilting. During the colder months, water less frequently, approximately every 10 to 14 days. Soil should be kept moist and drained well.

sunlight

Spreading Sedge (Carex laxiculmis var. laxiculmis) appreciates partial to full sun, and prefers growing in moist soil. It typically does best when provided with about 5-6 hours of direct sunlight per day. In areas with intense summer sunlight, namely in the Southwestern United States, it should be provided shade during the mid-day hours to prevent scorching. It can also be grown in partial shade with reduced sunlight during the hottest parts of the day.

pruning

Spreading Sedge should be pruned in late summer or early autumn. Pruning should be done by cutting the stems to ground level. This will help to control its size and shape and prevent it from becoming too dense and spreading too widely. It is important to not cut too much so that the plant is able to maintain its vigor. Additionally, any dead leaves should be removed to reduce disease and improve light availability to the lower portions of the plant. This will help to promote growth and health of the plant.