Few Flowered Sedge (Carex pauciflora) plant — close-up photo
Easy to grow

Few Flowered Sedge

Carex pauciflora

Overview

The Few Flowered Sedge (Carex pauciflora) is a small perennial plant native to wetlands in North America and parts of Europe. It has narrow leaves and thin stems that can grow up to a foot in height. The flowers are small, yellow-green, and appear in clusters of 2-4. This sedge is well adapted to wet environments and provides habitat for many small animals. It is often used in wetland restoration projects and can help control erosion. It can be found in bogs, swamps, and marshes and can thrive in both full sun and partial shade. With its subtle beauty and hardy constitution, the Few Flowered Sedge is a great addition to any wetland.

Care Guide

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Watering

Minimal

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Light

full sun, part shade.

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Pruning

Best pruned in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November, May.

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Propagation

Division, Seed Propagation, Cutting, Layering Propagation

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