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Carex pensylvanica - Pennsylvania Sedge

Carex pensylvanica

Sedge - Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Sedge has fine green leaves which are semi-evergreen, spreading slowly by rhizomes to form a tough groundcover in shady areas. Most effective if planted in mass. It can be used instead of grass in the shade. It is very tolerant of foot traffic as well. Mow infrequently.

PRN Preferred: Makes a really good grass substitute for shady locations.

Height 8 Inches

Spread 12 Inches

Bloom Color Yellow

USDA Hardiness Zone 4

Companion Plants to Carex pensylvanica

Tiarella cordifolia 'Brandywine'
Foamflower

Similar Plants to Carex pensylvanica

Liriope muscari 'Royal Purple'
Lily-turf

Adiantum pedatum
Maidenhair Fern

Carex appalachica
Appalachian Sedge