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Carex pensylvanica

Sedge

Description

This Sedge makes a great groundcover for dry shade. Will grow in sun, but requires moist soil. Slender upright soft green blades with gold highlights in autumn form a spreading mound with arching foliage. Naturally ocurring in Vermont.
Characteristics

Hardiness Zone: 4

Light requirements: Part Sun/Shade

Height: 8"

Spread: 12-10"

Native: Yes

Sizes & Prices

Size: 1 GALLON $13.98

Other Information


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Sedge

Carex pensylvanica

Zone: 4

Part Sun/Shade

HT: 8"