Graceful Sedge (Carex Gracillima) is a perennial grass in the Cyperaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires medium to high watering and partial shade or full shade or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Carex gracillima, known as graceful sedge, is a perennial sedge native to eastern North America, typically found in moist to wet forests, meadows, and swamp edges.

Graceful Sedge

Graceful Sedge

Carex Gracillima

Carex gracillima, known as graceful sedge, is a perennial sedge native to eastern North America, typically found in moist to wet forests, meadows, and swamp edges.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
medium to high
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty, moist
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Graceful 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