Chamisso Sedge (Carex Pachystachya) 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 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Carex pachystachya is a perennial sedge native to western North America, characterized by upright, grass-like clumps with brown seedheads atop slender stalks.

Chamisso Sedge

Chamisso Sedge

Carex Pachystachya

Carex pachystachya is a perennial sedge native to western North America, characterized by upright, grass-like clumps with brown seedheads atop slender stalks.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Chamisso Sedge

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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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Cyperaceae
Genus:Carex