Species Chaffy Sedge
brown spikelets with white hairs and green-brown foliage

Chaffy Sedge

Carex paleacea

Chaffy Sedge (Carex paleacea) is an attractive, perennial plant known for its bright green foliage. Growing in humus-rich soils, it forms dense tufts with flat blades and narrow fruits. It prefers full sun to partial shade and blooms pale yellowish-green in spring into early summer. This creeper features narrow, ribbed leaves that fan out in a star pattern. With an impressive tolerance of harsh conditions, Chaffy Sedge is an excellent choice for low-maintenance landscaping in exposed areas. It's great for ground cover, adding beautiful texture to gardens of any size.

Watering:

Minimal

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Flowers:

Green/Brown Flowers

Sun:

Sun

Soil:

Clay, Sand

Fruits:

red,brown Fruits Ready In

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,yellow

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Low

watering

For Chaffy Sedge to thrive, it should receive ample water. Water the plant until the soil is evenly moist but not soggy. During the spring and summer months, water the plant consistently. Aim to water the plant every 3 to 5 days during the growing season. During the cooler months of fall and winter, water the plant less frequently, about once every 10 days. If you live in a particularly warm and dry area, you may need to water more often. Monitor the moisture of the soil and adjust watering accordingly.

sunlight

Chaffy Sedge is a plant species that typically tolerates full sun to light shade. This means that it can thrive in an area that receives direct sunlight throughout the day, approximately 6 to 8 hours. For optimum growth, Chaffy Sedge should receive full sun during the spring and summer, and some shade during the winter. The lower light intensity during the winter months helps the plant rest and prevents it from becoming scorched in direct sun.

pruning

Chaffy Sedge should be pruned once per year in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. To properly prune the plant, you will need to remove any dead or diseased stems and foliage, as well as prune back any tall stems that have grown during the year. You should also prune to maintain the desired shape and size. Be careful not to trim too much, as this can damage the plant. Always use sharp, clean pruning shears for best results.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Chaffy Sedge typically starts flowering in May.

Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Carex paleacea typically begins in late June and continues through August.