Species Raynold's Sedge
lime-brown spikelets with lime-green foliage and stems

Raynold's Sedge

Carex raynoldsii

Raynold's Sedge is an evergreen perennial plant that grows in dense, tufted clumps up to one foot in length. Its slender, narrow leaves are often marked with prominent dark brown lines, giving the plant visual interest. It produces tall, slender spikes of tiny yellow flowers in the summer, followed by seed heads in autumn. This species is native to North America, ranging from Canada to Alabama, and enjoys moist soils in full or partial sun. Raynold's Sedge is an excellent choice for naturalizing in damp, shady spots as its mounded foliage and decorative seed heads provide late-season interest in the garden.

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Flowers:

Yellow|Green/Brown Flowers

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Raynold's Sedge should be watered thoroughly once per week, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. If temperatures are particularly high, the plant may require more frequent watering. During the summer season, water the plant every 3-4 days for best results. Be mindful not to overwater as this can cause the crown of the plant to rot.

sunlight

Raynold's Sedge is a hardy plant that prefers full sun to partial shade. It blooms in June and July and will thrive when given 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day. It can handle more than 6 hours of sunlight as long as it is not intense and direct throughout the entire time. When in areas with intense sun and some heat, such as the south-east United States, the plant prefers partial shade with some sun in the mornings or evenings. It is also important to ensure that the plant is not exposed to direct sunlight in the summer midday as this could damage the plant.

pruning

Raynold's sedge should be pruned in the early spring. Prune the plant back to its original shape and remove any dead or dying foliage. This will help the plant to maintain a tidy and attractive appearance. To prune the Raynold's sedge, cut back the foliage to just above the first set of nodes in order to encourage new growth and reduce the risk of disease. If a plant has multiple stems, it is advisable to remove the oldest and weakest stems to allow for the healthier, stronger stems to flourish. Pruning Raynold's sedge should not be excessive and should be done in moderation to maintain the health and shape of the plant.

Season

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

Raynold's Sedge typically starts flowering in May.