Bulbostylis capillaris
Bulbostylis capillaris
Bulbostylis
Cyperaceae
Tropical Plants
Zone 4–9
🐾 Pet-Safe
Hair sedge is a delicate, fine-textured sedge that forms small tufts of thread-like foliage. It requires well-draining soil and careful watering to prevent root rot while maintaining adequate moisture. This diminutive plant is best suited for rock gardens or specialized sedge collections.
Care Requirements
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 30″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
3″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water When Top Inch Of Soil Feels Dry, Avoid Overwatering
Soil pH
5.5 – 7.5
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 18″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Propagation: Seed
Ecology & Origin
Native to
Alabama
Arizona
Arkansas
Belize
Bolivia
Brazil North
Brazil Southeast
Brazil West-Central
California
Colombia
Connecticut
Cuba
Delaware
District of Columbia
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
Florida
French Guiana
Georgia
Guatemala
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — CC-BY-SA
Hardiness Zones
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
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