Description
The Pennsylvania Sedge is a versatile, low-maintenance perennial native to Massachusetts, perfect for shady and woodland gardens. Known for its soft, arching, semi-evergreen foliage, it provides a delicate, grassy texture throughout the year. Growing up to 8 inches tall and spreading to 12 inches, this sedge thrives in partial shade to full shade, making it an excellent choice for gardens that receive limited sunlight. It’s an ideal groundcover or rock garden plant, as well as a perfect addition to containers.
This tough, adaptable plant prefers dry to medium moisture and is resistant to urban pollution, making it a great option for low-maintenance landscapes in Massachusetts. Once established, Pennsylvania Sedge requires minimal care, and it is best cleaned up in early spring before new growth appears. It’s perfect for mass plantings, container planting, or as a border edging, adding elegance and texture to any shaded area. The plant's dense growth habit makes it an attractive choice for erosion control or creating a soft green carpet for garden pathways.
Each plant comes in a #1 (1 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Carex pensylvanica
Color: green
Light: part shade – full shade
Watering: dry to medium moisture
Soil: average – dry, well draining soil
Zone: 3 – 7
Plant Shape: mounded, arching
Plant Type: herbaceous perennial grass
Mature Size: height (8″), width (12″)
Blooming Season: n/a
Growth Rate: slow
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