Species Sedge

Sedge

Carex x subimpressa

Sedge (Carex x subimpressa) is a herbaceous perennial plant native to Japan and hardy in USDA zones 4-8. It forms an attractive, clumping mound of deep green, grass-like foliage, up to 16” tall. Its unique weeping feature adds texture to the garden. In late spring it bears panicles of small, pink-tinged flowers that attract pollinators. Best grown in part-shade and moist but well-drained soil, it is a great addition to rain gardens and damp areas. Sedge is also easy to care for, requiring minimal pruning and fertilizing, and it can be divided every 4-5 years for more plants.

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,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

Sedge (Carex x subimpressa) is an evergreen plant that grows best in moist, well-drained soil and is very heat tolerant. Watering Sedge should be done on a regular basis with an all-purpose watering can. During summer, water deeply and frequently; about once a week should do. During the cooler months, water less frequently, about once every 2 weeks, unless there's been an extended period of hot, dry weather. Aim to saturate the soil to a depth of at least 3 to 4 inches with each watering. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings.

sunlight

Sedge (Carex x subimpressa) prefers full sun to partial shade, with at least 4 hours of direct sunlight per day. The plant will do best with direct mid-morning to late afternoon sun, which helps to encourage the growth of vigorous foliage and colorful blooms. The Sedge can tolerate lower amounts of sun, but will struggle to thrive and may not bloom well. The best time for the plant to receive direct sun is from about 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

pruning

Sedge (Carex x subimpressa) should be pruned in late spring or early summer, when it is actively growing. Pruning should be done gently by removing up to 1/3 of the plant’s foliage. This can be done by selectively cutting back longer stems and thinning any dense sections. This pruning encourages a strong, healthy shape for the plant and promotes the growth of new shoots. There may also be some tidying up required, such as removing any dead, damaged, or diseased material.