Small Awned Sedge

Michaux's Sedge should be watered regularly but carefully. The soil should be allowed to dry out slightly between waterings. Watering should be done early in the morning or late in the evening, to minimize evaporation from direct sunlight. Plants should receive approximately 1 to 2 inches of water per week, either through rainfall or from irrigation.

Michaux's Sedge (Carex michauxiana) is generally a shade-loving species, however it can benefit from some direct sunlight during the cooler parts of the day. This plant should be placed in a location that gets 4-6 hours of indirect, filtered sunlight in the morning, and dappled shade for the remainder of the day. The summer months, when the sun is at its strongest, provide the longest and strongest rays of direct sunlight, and this is when Michaux's Sedge should be kept in the shade for the majority of the day.

Michaux's Sedge should be pruned every year in late spring or early summer, when the growth is actively taking place. Depending on the size of the plant, it should be cut back by anywhere between 1 and 2 thirds, removing any dead, damaged, or overcrowded stems. This can also help to stimulate better air circulation and increased light penetration in the area, ultimately leading to improved plant health. Additionally, care should be taken to ensure the plant isn't over-pruned, as removing too much can leave it vulnerable to disease and other unwanted pests.