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.
Width: 18-24 in
Soil Conditions: Moist/Well Drained
Flower Color: Green
Bloom Time: April,May
Hardiness Zone: 3 TO 7
| Item # | Crop Image | Size | Current Inventory |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20346.03 | 24 Flat | 139 | |
| 20346.1G | #1 | 5876 | |
| 20346.38 | 38 Flat | 52 | |
| 20346.PT | 10 Flat | 1904 |
Plant Characteristics
Attributes
• Green Roof Semi Intensive
• Rain Garden Shade
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
• Attracts Wildlife
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
Plant Habit
• Spreading
Light Conditions
• Shade to Part Sun
Native Plant Community
• Savanna
• Woodland
Flower Color
• Green
Flower Hue
• Medium
Flower Height
• 8" to 12"
Flower Type
• Spike
Foliage Color
• Green
Leaf Texture
• Fine
Flower Form
• Single
Flower Size
• 1/4" or Less
Growth Rate
• Average
Origin
• Greater Midwest
Plant Characteristics
Attributes
• Green Roof Semi Intensive
• Rain Garden Shade
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
• Attracts Wildlife
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
Plant Habit
• Spreading
Light Conditions
• Shade to Part Sun
Native Plant Community
• Savanna
• Woodland
Flower Color
• Green
Flower Hue
• Medium
Flower Height
• 8" to 12"
Flower Type
• Spike
Foliage Color
• Green
Leaf Texture
• Fine
Flower Form
• Single
Flower Size
• 1/4" or Less
Growth Rate
• Average
Origin
• Greater Midwest