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Hammer Sedge (Carex hirta)

Carex hirta, commonly known as Hammer Sedge, is a tufted perennial with hairy leaves and stems, forming dense clumps.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

Adaptable to most soil types, but thrives in moist, well-drained loamy or sandy soils.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding is sufficient.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Tolerates a range of light conditions.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Water thoroughly when top inch of soil is dry.

Soil

Adaptable to most soil types, but thrives in moist, well-drained loamy or sandy soils.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Thrives between 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding is sufficient.

Apply balanced fertilizer in spring if needed.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Grass

Plant Category

Foliage

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.8 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Green

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Linear

Weed Status

Yes

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Synonyms
Carex hirtiformis Pers.
Carex villosa Stokes
Trasus hirtus (L.) Gray
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderPoales
  • familyCyperaceae
  • genusCarex
  • speciesCarex hirta
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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