Gray's Sedge (Carex Grayi) is a perennial grass in the Cyperaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires medium to high watering and full sun or partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Carex grayi is a perennial sedge known for its clump-forming habit and distinctive pale green seed heads.

Gray's Sedge

Gray's Sedge

Carex Grayi

Carex grayi is a perennial sedge known for its clump-forming habit and distinctive pale green seed heads.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
medium to high
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, clay, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, habitat provision

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Gray's Sedge

Jan
Prune
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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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Cyperaceae
Genus:Carex