Carex pensylvanica
Pennsylvania Sedge
With its tough disposition and spreading habit, this native grass makes an excellent shade groundcover. Fine texture and fountaining habit give this sedge a soft appearance that is lovely as an underplanting for bolder shade perennials or on its own as a shade lawn. Great in containers too! Easy to grow. Happiest in the company of Oaks, but who isn't?
Height8-10 Inches |
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Spread12-18 Inches |
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WheatUSDA Hardiness Zone 4-8
Interesting Notes
Taxanomic, ecological and fire effect information at http://www.fs.fed.us/database/feis/plants/graminoid/carpen/all.htmlPhoto of flower http://www.keiriosity.com/cyperaceae/carex_pensylvanica.htm
A low sedge with delicate, arching, semi-evergreen leaves. Spreads, in restrained fashion, to form an appealing ground cover. Mixes well with many other types of plants. Does well in full sun, but is also quite tolerant of shade. It is often found in forests (where other grass-like plants are usually lacking). Tripplebrook Farm
Growing and Maintenance Tips
C. pensylvanica is native to open woods and thickets. Prefers dry, well-drained soils in full to partial sun. Spreads via rhizomes. Propagate by seed or divisionof clumps every few years. Cut foliage to the ground in early spring before new growth occurs. Use as a border or groundcover in shady areas.Characteristics & Attributes
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