Rocky Mountain Sedge typically starts flowering in June.
Rocky Mountain Sedge
Carex saximontana
Rocky Mountain Sedge (Carex saximontana) is a species of sedge found primarily in the Rocky Mountains of the United States and Canada. It is a perennial grass-like plant that grows to up to 90cm (35in) in height. It has slender, slightly-curved leaves and forms clumps of yellow-brown to dark green flowers. With its long roots, Rocky Mountain Sedge is an important species for stabilizing stream banks and slopes. It is also an important food source for many mammals and birds. Its adaptability makes it an excellent choice for erosion control and landscaping in alpine and high-mountain environments.
Watering:
Minimal
Propagation:
Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
Flowers:
Green/Brown Flowers
Sun:
Sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,tan
Growth Rate:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Rocky Mountain Sedge should be watered once a week with approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water during the growing season. Be careful not to overwater, as too much water can lead to root rot. During cooler months, water less frequently (around every 2 to 3 weeks). Water the base of the plant, avoiding wetting the foliage to help prevent fungal or other plant diseases. Do not fertilize.
sunlight
Rocky Mountain Sedge (Carex saximontana) prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade. It needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day in order to thrive. While the plant performs best in the summer months when it receives maximum sunlight, in the winter it can do well with reduced sunlight. As temperatures start to cool, Rocky Mountain Sedge should receive no more than 4-5 hours of direct sunlight each day and should be protected from strong winds.
pruning
Rocky Mountain Sedge should be pruned in the fall or late summer, when the plant has gone dormant. When pruning, the goal should be to maintain the natural shape of the plant while removing any dead, diseased, and damaged branches. If needed, any branches that are overcrowding the plant can also be pruned off. Be sure to make clean pruning cuts close to the branch collar and to remove any old foliage that can harbor disease.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
