Carex pensylvanica – Pennsylvania sedge – is a fine native plant choice for dry shade. Use it for naturalizing, and erosion control. It serves as a great lawn substitute in woodland areas. Pennsylvania sedge is deer resistant, too.Name(s): Carex pensylvanica, Yellow Sedge, Pennsylvania Sedge, Penn Sedge, Early SedgeFlower Color: Not applicableBloom Time: Not applicableFoliage: Dark green, grassy, arching.Height/Spread: 8 inches to 10 inches x 12 to 15 inches.Climate Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8Sun Exposure: Full sun to full shade.Soil Condition: Wet to well-drained, loamy, pH 6.5 to 7.5Features: Graceful foliage, deer resistant, drought-tolerant, can be mown.Uses: Massed planting, naturalizing, bog gardens, water gardens, container gardens, lawn substitute, native plant collections, butterfly habitat.Comments: Carex pensylvanica – also known as Pennsylvania Sedge or Oak Sedge – is native to Central and Eastern U.S. It has narrow, dark green foliage 1/8″ wide and 12″. Blades are evergreen in Southern states. Spreading slowly by underground rhizomes it produces a fine ground cover in dry shade. White flowers in late Spring are followed by seed heads. Though insignificant, they add interest and texture.Unlike many other sedges, Carex pensylvanica will grow in average, dry soil, though regular watering is recommended. Use for ground cover, mass plantings, naturalizing, and erosion control. It serves as a fine lawn substitute in dry shade and woodland areas. In its natural habitat, it is often found growing under oaks. Mature height is 8″-10″, spreads 12″-18″.Carex is known to host many butterfly species. Host plants provide food and sheltered places for egg-laying.We can not ship this item to Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon and Washington.
Carex pensylvanica 25 Plants in 3-1/2 inch Pots
Enhance the beauty of your outdoor space with 25 Carex pensylvanica plants in 3-1/2 inch pots. These ornamental grasses are perfect for gardens situated in temperate and sub-tropical climates. The plants are highly tolerant to wear and grow best in well-drained, moist, and loam soil. Carex pensylvanica is an outdoor plant that grows in East-facing areas and requires medium watering. It is a semi-evergreen plant that can survive in low sun, medium sun, full sun, full shade, and partial shade. This deer-resistant plant is of medium growth rate and vegetative growth stage. It comes with features like being potted and evergreen. The plants are grown in the United States and belong to the genus Carex and species pensylvanica.
Feather Fall Sedge Carex Grass Evergreen Mutlicolor & Texture Modern Landscape
Currently in a gallon pot, but it will be removed for shipping. Plants prefer bareroot shipping! This is a relatively new plant to North America, this sedge has been taking the market by storm with its popularity and trust me I know why! I’m a landscaper and master gardener and it is by far one of my favorite additions to any landscape. Its claim to fame is its hybrid vigor that stays attractive all season. Narrow variegated leaves have dark green centers and cream margins that forms a very long and arching habit. The cascading habit is perfect for a container-in the ground, it will have a wider habit as the leaves will spread outward. Height: 14.0-18.0 Inches Spread: 36.0-48.0 Inches Hardiness Zones: 5,6,7,8,9 Foliage Color: Variegated Sunlight: Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun) Water Requirements: Low Water Needs Average Water Needs Soil Quality: Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality Soil Chemistry: Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Critter Resistant: Deer Resistant Seasonal Interest: Evergreen Growth Rate: Medium Garden Style: Patio Container Eclectic Rain Garden Woodland Shade (current) Toggle navigation Carex FEATHER FALLS ('ET CRX01' PP26199) Carex FEATHER FALLS Variegated Sedge Carex FEATHER FALLS Variegated Sedge Carex FEATHER FALLS Variegated Sedge Carex FEATHER FALLS Variegated Sedge Carex FEATHER FALLS Variegated Sedge Carex FEATHER FALLS Variegated Sedge Common Name: Variegated Sedge, Ornamental Grass A relatively new plant to North America, this sedge has been taking the market by storm with its popularity. Its claim to fame is its hybrid vigor that stays attractive all season. Narrow variegated leaves have dark green centers and cream margins that forms a very long and arching habit. The cascading habit is perfect for a container-in the ground, it will have a wider habit as the leaves will spread outward. From Exceptio. Available Sizes (Wholesale): Characteristics Height: 14.0-18.0 Inches Spread: 36.0-48.0 Inches Hardiness Zones: 5,6,7,8,9 Foliage Color: Variegated Sunlight: Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun) Water Requirements: Low Water Needs Average Water Needs Soil Quality: Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality Soil Chemistry: Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Critter Resistant: Deer Resistant Seasonal Interest: Evergreen Growth Rate: Medium Garden Style: Patio Container Eclectic Rain Garden Woodland Shade Other Features: Border Plant Container Edging Ground Cover Attractive Foliage Small Specimen Focal Point Origin: Not Native to North America