Species Broom Sedge
lime-brown spikelets with beige stems

Broom Sedge

Carex scoparia

Also Known As - Pointed Broom Sedge,Lancefruited Oval Sedge
Broom Sedge is a cool season, grass-like perennial native to North America. It has an attractive, bright green, upright foliage that reaches 1–3 ft in height with a spread of 2–5 ft. Its arching stems are loaded with delicate, swaying flower spikes that turn light brown as the seed heads mature. This species grows quickly and vigorously in moist soils, in full sun to partial shade, and tolerates drought quite well. It is great for providing backdrop height to perennial flowers, containers, and provides habitat for pollinators. Broom Sedge is also lovely in rain gardens, meadows, and woodland areas.

Watering:

Frequent

Hardiness Zone:

Flowers:

Flowers

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Fruits:

brown Fruits Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Water Western Single-Spike Sedge (Carex scirpoidea subsp. pseudoscirpoidea) regularly to keep the soil evenly moist. Water the soil at the base of the plant only, avoiding wetting the foliage. Water once or twice a week, depending on temperature, sunlight and soil conditions. Established plants can tolerate drought but will look better with regular moisture. When the weather is hot and dry, increase water frequency to keep the soil from drying out. Make sure there is good drainage in the planting area to prevent root rot.

sunlight

Western Single-Spike Sedge (Carex scirpoidea subsp. pseudoscirpoidea) prefers bright, full sunlight for a good portion of the day. Growers should strive to provide at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight each day, ideally during the morning when the sun is the strongest. If possible, try to position the plant in a spot that will provide it with dappled shade later in the afternoon in order to help protect it from heat stress.

pruning

Western Single-Spike Sedge (Carex scirpoidea subsp. pseudoscirpoidea) should be pruned in early spring or late fall. Pruning the plant should be done to remove dead or dying foliage and to shape desired growth. It can be pruned up to 1-third of its height or width without harming the plant. When pruning, never cut all the way to the base of the plant or the crown of the plant, as this can cause serious injury. Always cut back slowly using sharp, sterile pruning shears.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

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