Black-Spiked Sedge
Carex melanostachya
Watering:
Frequent
Hardiness Zone:
Flowers:
Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part shade
Fruits:
brown Fruits Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,red,yellow,brown
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Intermediate Sedge (Carex media) should be watered deeply and infrequently to prevent shallow roots and promote overall health. It prefers medium to wet soils that are consistently moist. Water approximately every 5-7 days when soils are dry up to a depth of 6 inches. When necessary, increase the frequency or amount of water to ensure that soils are consistently moist. Take care to not overwater or make the soil soggy.
sunlight
Intermediate Sedge (Carex media) requires about 6-7 hours of full sunlight per day in order to grow to its best potential. It prefers direct sunlight in the morning and indirect sunlight during the afternoon and evening. It is best suited for full sun exposures and can tolerate some partial shade. It should be planted in areas that receive at least 4 hours of direct sunlight each day. Too little sun will result in weak and spindly growth as well as poor flowering. It is important to rotate plants when necessary to ensure an even distribution of sunlight throughout their day.
pruning
Intermediate Sedge (Carex media) can be pruned anytime from late winter through early spring. Pruning should be done annually, right after the last frost when new growth begins to emerge. Pruning should be done selectively, aiming to remove any dead or damaged stems. This will help to promote air circulation and encourage strong, healthy new growth. Pruning can be done by either snipping or cutting stems down to the desired height. Cutting to the desired height can produce a more even appearance, however snipping does not harm the plant. It is best to avoid pruning more than 1/3 of the total stem length at a time in order to preserve vigor and prevent damage to the plant.
