Wheelbarrow
Carex pensylvanica
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Description
Key Information:
Soil: Mesic (Medium) – Xeric (Dry). Drought tolerant.
Sun: Full Sun – Shade
Height: 4″-18″
Type: Cool season.
More Details:
Suggested Uses: This low-growing, narrow-leaved Carex is drought tolerant. Grows in loose colonies which spread primarily by rhizomes. Disturbance-tolerant species. Great for shoreline and natural settings where low-growing vegetation is desired. The narrow leaves provide fine texture to any landscape. Great option for ground cover. Grows well under evergreens. Deer resistant.
Native Range: Native to the Midwest, New England and Appalachia.
Wildlife Uses: Excellent pollinator sedge! Supports many native butterflies and moths. Provides habitat for upland gamebirds and songbirds.
More information: USDA plant profile
Additional information
| Weight | 2 lbs |
|---|---|
| Size | |
| Characteristics | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade, Dry Soil, Mesic Soil, Cool Season, Short Height |
| Uses | Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Attract Butterflies, Green Roofs |
