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

Carex grisea is a sedge native to floodplain forests and deciduous woods, known for its tolerance to moist and occasionally drier soils.

Wood Gray Sedge

Wood Gray Sedge

Carex Grisea

Carex grisea is a sedge native to floodplain forests and deciduous woods, known for its tolerance to moist and occasionally drier soils.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Wood Gray Sedge

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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