Canada Spikesedge
Also known as
Canada spikesedge, Knoblike Spikesedge and bent spikerush
Taxonomy
Eleocharis geniculata
Eleocharis
Cyperaceae
Poales
How to care for Canada Spikesedge
Water
How often to water your Canada Spikesedge
every 9
Canada Spikesedge needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
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A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
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Finding light for Canada Spikesedge in your home
a window
Canada Spikesedge love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Canada Spikesedge does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Canada Spikesedge in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Canada Spikesedge
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Canada Spikesedge after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Canada Spikesedge prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Canada Spikesedge requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Canada Spikesedge does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Growth Pattern
Canada Spikesedge is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.
Care Summary for Canada Spikesedge
Canada Spikesedge
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
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