Carex capillaris, the hair-like sedge, is a species of sedge found in North America and northern Eurasia including Greenland.Carex tiogana, from northern California, is sometimes included in Carex capillaris. Two subspecies are accepted: Carex capillaris subsp. capillaris Carex capillaris subsp. fuscidula (V.I.Krecz. ex T.V.Egorova) Á.Löve & D.Löve
Hair-like sedge has strong disease resistance and is generally not susceptible to illnesses. Regarding maintenance, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors, it requires little watering, and larger plants typically do not need pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they have finished blooming. Hair-like sedge is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand extensive care experience.
How to keep Carex Capillaris.
Light
Hair-like sedge is native to habitats like forest understories and rocky areas that offer natural shade. It prefers partial sun but can also tolerate full sun or full shade, showing its versatility and hardiness.
Fertilizer
Hair-like sedge needs extra nutrients to encourage healthy new growth. In spring, spreading compost around the plant's base will supply the nutrition it requires. Fertilizing supports vigorous growth and improves the plant's ability to resist diseases and pests.
Pruning
Hair-like sedge has slender, hair-like foliage and thrives in moist environments. Prune it in early spring to remove dead leaves and promote new growth. Trim any overgrown areas to maintain its shape and improve air circulation. Use clean, sharp tools to prevent disease and ensure healthy, vigorous growth.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Grass
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Carex
- Family
- Cyperaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 3-8
- Mature Height
- 20 cm to 61 cm
- Mature Spread
- 15 cm to 25 cm
- Leaf Color
- Pale Green, Light Green
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Size
- 0.20 cm to 0.25 cm
- Bloom Time
- Late spring, Early summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Summer
- Native Area
- Turkey, Sweden, Austria, Slovakia, Slovenia, Morocco, Croatia, Belarus, Uzbekistan, Russia, Germany, Iceland, Estonia, Koppen, Romania, Latvia, France, Czech Republic, Armenia, Poland, Ukraine, Serbia, China, Lithuania, Norway, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Denmark, Japan, Finland, United Kingdom
Other names.
Reader questions.
What are the sunlight requirements for Hair-like sedge (Carex capillaris)?
Hair-like sedge (Carex capillaris) requires full sun, which means it needs more than 6 hours of sunlight daily. It can also grow in partial sun, which is about 3-6 hours of sunlight. It's important to observe how sunlight moves through your garden, finding spots that provide a perfect balance of light and shade to ensure the plant's wellbeing.
