Species Carey's Sedge

Carey's Sedge

Carex careyana

Carey's Sedge (Carex careyana) is an attractive, upright wetland plant native to the northern areas of North America. It features gracefully arching, bright green, 4-angled stems which reach up to 2 feet tall, topped with a clump of narrow blade-like leaves. With its easy-to-grow habit and superior resistance to most disease and insect pests, Carey's Sedge is an ideal choice for a variety of moisture-retaining locations, such as ditches, ponds, and marshes. The flowers, which appear from late spring and mid-summer, are tiny and inconspicuous, followed by light brown seed heads. This species provides food for numerous wetland creatures, and its rhizomes are a great addition to wetland restoration projects.

Watering:

Minimal

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Soil:

Humus Enriched

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Carey's Sedge (Carex careyana) should be watered once or twice a week, depending on the weather. If temperatures are high and there is very little rain, increase the frequency of watering. Water the plant enough to moisten the soil, but make sure not to over water, as it is prone to root rot. If grown in full sun, such as in a pot or container, water more frequently. In colder climates, water less frequently to avoid frost damage. During the winter, water the Sedges lightly to prevent the plant from drying out.

sunlight

Carey's Sedge (Carex careyana) requires full sun to grow and thrive. It should get at least 8 hours of direct sunlight each day, preferably in the morning and early afternoon. During the summer months, the plant needs to be protected from the hot afternoon sun, which can be harmful. If the plant is in an area that does not get enough sunlight during the winter months, it should be relocated to a brighter, sunnier spot. If this is not an option, grow lights can also be used to supplement the natural light.

pruning

Carey's Sedge is a clump forming, evergreen, perennial grass-like plant. Pruning for this species should be done in early spring when the new growth appears. Pruning should only be done to remove dead or damaged foliage. Trimming should be done lightly and carefully with sheers or pruning clippers. You can also remove old dead flower spikes for a tidy look. The Bushy sedge does not need a lot of pruning, so it is recommended to only remove the dead, diseased, or damaged parts. Doing too much pruning can damage the plant's health.