Hair sedge
Carex capillaris
Hair sedge is a delicate, fine-textured ornamental grass suited to moist, cool garden beds, rock gardens, and naturalistic plantings. Plant in a location with partial to full sun and keep the soil consistently moist, especially during the growing season. It requires minimal care once established and is an excellent choice for erosion control or naturalizing along pond edges.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
10″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Moderately, Keeping Soil Evenly Moist; Does Not Tolerate Prolonged Dryness
Soil pH
5.8 – 7.4
Temperature
-20° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 15, 2013 by Photoflora - Jean-Luc TASSET (©)
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