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

Carex molesta is a perennial sedge native to North America, commonly found in sunny moist sites such as ditches, swamps, fields, meadows, and roadsides. It is known for its clumping growth habit and oval-shaped flower spikes.

Troublesome Sedge

Troublesome Sedge

Carex Molesta

Carex molesta is a perennial sedge native to North America, commonly found in sunny moist sites such as ditches, swamps, fields, meadows, and roadsides. It is known for its clumping growth habit and oval-shaped flower spikes.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Troublesome 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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Cyperaceae
Genus:Carex