Broad Leaved Sedge
Carex platyphylla
Overview
Broad Leaved Sedge (Carex platyphylla) is a perennial sedge found on wet meadows in North America. It grows in clusters and produces thin, light green foliage. Its large, broad leaves look more like fir or spruce needles than typical grasses or sedges. It produces small brown spikes that reach up to 18 inches tall. Its roots are fibrous and help improve soil drainage and prevent soil erosion. It prefers full sun and moist soil, and is drought tolerant. Broad Leaved Sedge is a great addition to gardens as it is low maintenance and provides visual interest. Its wide array of colors can provide contrast with the nearby greenery.
Care Guide
Watering
Frequent — every "3-4" days.
Light
Shade, Deciduous Shade (Spring Sun).
Soil
Clay, Sand, Humus Enriched
Pruning
Best pruned in May, August.
Propagation
Division, Cutting, Seed Propagation, Layering Propagation
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