Hanging sedge thrives in consistently moist soil. Water regularly, especially during dry spells, to maintain a damp environment. Avoid allowing the soil to completely dry out, as this can stress the plant.

Aim for the soil to feel spongy to the touch.

Prune Carex pendula in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. Remove any dead, damaged, or discolored foliage by cutting it back to the base of the plant.

This tidies its appearance and encourages vigorous new shoots. Avoid cutting back too hard if you want to maintain its size.

Propagation is typically done by dividing established clumps in spring or autumn. Carefully dig up the plant and separate the root ball into smaller sections, ensuring each section has roots and shoots.

Replant the divisions immediately into moist soil and water well. Seed propagation is also possible but slower.

Repotting is rarely necessary for mature plants as Carex pendula is often grown in the ground. If grown in a container, repot when the plant becomes root-bound, usually every 2-3 years.

Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one and use a well-draining, moist potting mix. Spring is the ideal time.