Pennsylvania Sedge

Common Name:

Pennsylvania Sedge

Botanical Name:

Carex pensylvanica

Family:

Cyperaceae

Zone:

3-8

Height:

0.5-1'

Spread:

0.5-1'

Bloom Time:

May

Bloom Description:

Small greenish flowers

Trail/Garden Location:

North Forest Trail

Garden Uses:

Wonderful ground cover. Because of its ability to tolerate damp soils, Pennsylvania Sedge is widely recommended for use in rain gardens.

Wildlife Benefits:

Leaf Type:

Long, thin, grass-like leaves.