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Carex pensylvanica

Oak Sedge

This native makes a wonderful groundcover for dry, part sun to shady areas. Fine textured, slowly spreading plants have a tough constitution and provide both food and shelter for small birds. Try this one under trees where grass won't grow.

• Category:Grasses
• Hardiness Zone:4-8
• Height:8-10 Inches
• Spread:12-18 Inches
• Bloom Color: Tan

Prefers part sun to shade and moist, well-drained soil, but will grow well in dry soil. Drought tolerant.