Species Finely Nerved Sedge
lime spikelets with green foliage

Finely Nerved Sedge

Carex leptonervia

Also Known As - Nerveless Woodland Sedge
Finely Nerved Sedge (Carex leptonervia) is a small perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. Noted for its bright green foliage, Finely Nerved Sedge features long, spikey leaves and stems that can reach up to 20 cm in height. This species prefers wet soil and is found in moist areas such as swales, wetlands, and meadows. Dusky yellow flowers appear in the late spring and can remain until late summer. Finely Nerved Sedge is an excellent choice for landscaping, as it is both attractive and low maintenance. This plant is also a great addition to any garden as it is drought and salt tolerant. A vigorous plant, once established, Finely Nerved Sedge requires little to no care.

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun

Soil:

Loam, Humus Enriched

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Easy

watering

Finely Nerved Sedge prefers moist soil and will need to be watered frequently, especially during hot summer months. The general rule of thumb is to continue watering the plant until excess water drain away from the container. Aim to keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. In general, water Finely Nerved Sedge once or twice a week, or more often if the climate is particularly dry or the plant is in direct sun. In the winter time, water less frequently, or when the soil has dried out completely.

sunlight

Finely Nerved Sedge is a plant species that enjoys full sun to part shade in moist to dry soils. This plant species requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight during its growing season, which typically begins in late spring when temperatures begin to rise and the weather becomes more consistently warm. A combination of full sun and shade can be beneficial for Finely Nerved Sedge in order to avoid intense heat, especially during the hottest parts of the day.

pruning

Finely Nerved Sedge should be pruned in late spring, just before it begins to actively grow again. Pruning should be done lightly, removing no more than 1/3 of the height of the plant in 1 season, and never removing more than 50% of the foliage in any 1 year. Doing this will not only help promote dense foliage, but will also help encourage an upright growth habit and a more attractive shape. If the foliage starts to thin out in the middle, try selective pruning to remove 1 or 2 of the oldest stems to encourage new growth. With light pruning over the course of a few years, you should be able to shape your Finely Nerved Sedge to your desired shape.