Pennsylvania Sedge (Carex pensylvanica)

Pennsylvania Sedge – Native Woodland Groundcover

Carex pensylvanica, commonly known as Pennsylvania Sedge, Yellow Sedge, or Early Sedge, is a low-growing, rhizomatous perennial native to eastern North American woodlands. It forms soft, arching mounds of fine, semi-evergreen foliage, creating a lovely grassy carpet in dry to moist shade. In early spring, inconspicuous flower spikes appear. This sedge is an excellent native alternative to traditional lawns in shaded areas, tolerating dry soil and root competition once established. It spreads slowly to form colonies.

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