Valley Sedge

Valley Sedge is a medium moisture-loving plant, so it should be watered regularly. It needs to be kept evenly moist but not soggy, so check the soil every 3 to 5 days and water if it feels dry to the touch. To ensure deep root growth, water at the base of the plant using a garden hose or watering can. Water in the morning or early afternoon to benefit from sunlight-warmed moisture and minimize any evaporative losses. Aim to provide 1 inch of water per week and increase this amount during dry periods or heat waves.

Valley Sedge needs partial to full sun exposure for optimal growth. It prefers 6-8 hours of sunlight a day during mid-day, when the sun's rays are at their strongest. Sunlight should be filtered to avoid direct sunlight which could lead to scorching and potentially killing the plant. During particularly hot summer days, shade should be provided to ensure that the plant does not experience too much sun exposure which could lead to the plant drying out. Plants should receive their maximum amount of sunshine during the late morning through mid-afternoon.

Valley Sedge should be pruned twice a year, in late spring and mid-summer. When pruning in late spring, remove dead or damaged stems around the base of the plant and then cut back any stems that have grown too long. When pruning in mid-summer, lightly trim back any stems that have grown beyond the desired size or shape of the plant. Only remove about 1-third of the plant material from the top of the plant each time. Too much pruning can damage the plant, so always prune no more than necessary.