Species Estuarine Sedge

Estuarine Sedge

Carex vacillans

Estuarine Sedge (Carex vacillans) is a salt-tolerant plant capable of thriving in wet tidal habitats. This fast-growing perennial sedge is found in muddy soils, marshes, estuaries, and on coastal beaches. This salt-tolerant species has an olive-green or grey foliage and flower spikes that vary from chalky white to creamy yellow. It produces a loose carpeting across the terrain and can survive flooding and long periods of drought. Estuarine Sedge is a beneficial plant for coastal areas, providing food for wildlife and helping to protect wetlands against soil erosion.

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Estuarine Sedge should be watered regularly in order to thrive. Aim to thoroughly water the plant once every 7-10 days, or when the soil is dry to the touch. In general, Estuarine Sedge plants prefer moist but not saturated soils. If the plant is in a pot or planter with drainage holes, the best way to water is by slowly pouring water into the pot until water runs out of the drainage holes. If the soil becomes overly saturated, be sure to allow the plant to dry out before watering again.

sunlight

Estuarine Sedge (Carex vacillans) prefers full to partial sun, meaning that the best possible combination of sunlight for this species is 6 to 8 hours a day. The best times for sunlight for this species is early morning and late afternoon, when the direction of the sun is lower in the sky and the intensity is more diffused. Avoid exposing this species to direct sunlight during midday hours when the UV radiation is at its highest and can be damaging. This species also thrives in slightly moist soil, so ensure that the sunlight you provide does not dry out the soil too quickly.

pruning

Estuarine Sedge (Carex vacillans) should be pruned once or twice a year, in late spring or early summer. Pruning should be done to remove dead foliage, old flower stems and seedheads, and any weak or diseased growth. The goal is to encourage healthy, vigorous new growth and to keep Estuarine Sedge looking its best. Whenever possible, use sharp pruning shears or hedge clippers and cut off the undesirable foliage or stems as close to the base as possible. Be sure to not take off too much—over-pruning can weaken the plant’s overall structure and growth.