Inflated Narrow Leaf Sedge (Carex grisea) plant — close-up photo
Moderate to grow

Inflated Narrow Leaf Sedge

Carex grisea

Overview

Inflated Narrow Leaf Sedge (Carex grisea) is a tall grass-like plant. It grows to be up to 100 cm and it has stiff, grey-green leaves. Its leaves are long, narrow and flattened along their length. The Inflated Narrow Leaf Sedge produces tufts of spikelets, which are yellow-green in color and contain small, narrow seed-like structures. During dry periods, its leaves usually droop downwards. The Inflated Narrow Leaf Sedge is a species which can spread quickly, and is currently found in wetlands and other moist locations, primarily in western Europe. It offers habitat for small animals and helps to reduce soil erosion.

Care Guide

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Watering

Average — every "2-3" days.

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Light

Partial Shade.

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Soil

Sand, Loam

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Pruning

Best pruned in March, April, May, June, July, August, August, December, January, February.

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Propagation

Seed Propagation, Division, Rhizome Propagation, Vegetative Plugging, Planting Runners

Uses & Symbolism

Attracts: Squirrels, Butterfly Larvae.

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