Carex pensylvanica
Common Oak Sedge
Short grass-like Sedge. Delicate and semi-evergreen with slender leaves and interesting flowers. Grows in shade or part sun. Prefers dry to well-drained soil. It can do well in more sunny locations with adequate moisture and can be used as a lawn substitute. Can be mowed as low as 2″. Is clump-forming and will not create a solid mat.
- Height: 8" – 12"
- Width: 18" – 24"
- Soil Conditions: Moist/Well Drained
- Flower Color: Green
- Bloom Time: April, May
- Hardiness Zone: 3 To 7
Plant Characteristics
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Attributes
- Rain Garden Shade
- Green Roof Semi Intensive
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Butterflies
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Critter Resistance
- Deer Resistant
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Plant Habit
- Spreading
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Light Conditions
- Shade to Part Sun
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Native Plant Community
- Savanna
- Woodland
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Flower Color
- Green
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Flower Hue
- Medium
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Flower Type
- Spike
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Flower Height
- 8" to 12"
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Leaf Texture
- Fine
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Flower Form
- Single
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Flower Size
- 1/4" or Less
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Soil Moisture
- Moist/Well Drained
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Growth Rate
- Average
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Origin
- Greater Midwest
