Blue Sedge (Carex Glaucodea) is a perennial grass in the Cyperaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-7. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Carex glaucodea, commonly known as Blue Sedge, is a perennial sedge native to eastern North America, typically found in disturbed, open soils, meadows, wetland borders, and oak-hickory woodlands.

Blue Sedge

Blue Sedge

Carex Glaucodea

Carex glaucodea, commonly known as Blue Sedge, is a perennial sedge native to eastern North America, typically found in disturbed, open soils, meadows, wetland borders, and oak-hickory woodlands.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-7

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
⚠️
Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Blue Sedge

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Cyperaceae
Genus:Carex