Carex pennsylvanica

Pennsylvania Sedge

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8

A native, cool-season, low-growing, colony-forming sedge commonly found in open meadows and forest understories. Foliage is long, 4 to 18", narrow and fine with stems approximatelythe same height.

Height

6-12 Inches

Spread

6-10 Inches

Bloom Time

April-May

When to Divide

spring

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes & Uses
• Ground Cover
• Containers
Critter Resistance
• Rabbit Resistant
• Deer Resistant
Exposure
• Partial Shade
• Full Sun
Foliage Color
• Green
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Spring
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Spring
• Fall
• Summer
Soil Moisture Preference
• Rich
• Moist