Pennsylvania Sedge Grass
Carex pensylvanica
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Delivery and Shipping
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Delivery and Shipping
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| Under $50 | $9.99 |
| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150 - $198.99 | $24.99 |
| $199+ | FREE |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
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Your order is protected by our compliance system that:
- Prevents restricted plants from shipping to your state
- Ensures plants meet your state's agricultural requirements
- Protects gardens from invasive pests and diseases
Plant Profile & Growing Essentials
Cold hardy, Low Maintenance, Native, Groundcover, Slopes/Erosion Control, Deer-resistant, Drought resistant, and Non-invasive
Specifications
Specifications
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Growth RateSlow
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NativeYes
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring
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Does Not Ship ToAK, HI, ID, MT, OR
Planting & Care Instructions
Planting & Care Instructions
Growing Zones 3-8
The hardy native Pennsylvania Sedge Grass (Carex pensylvanica) offers an excellent solution for adding greenery to shaded areas of your lawn where Turf Grasses struggle to grow! You'll definitely make a statement with this lawn alternative.
This lush Sedge creates a gracefully shaggy appearance and will add a lively look to those tough areas in your landscape. As the rich green foliage grows, the fine-textured leaves tend to mat down in unique patterns that resemble flowing water.
Heat and cold hardy throughout USDA planting zones 3 to 8, this native Sedge grows into soft flowing mounds 6-12 inches tall and wide but can spread and colonize when allowed. Deer and rabbits seldom bother these Grasses!
Landscape Application:
Gardeners love Pennsylvania Sedge Grass for its ability to tolerate most conditions and soils. This North American native thrives in areas that don't receive foot traffic, such as beneath a well-shaded, forested roadside or side yard.
It naturally grows in shaded forests and bluffs, which makes it a super groundcover choice for those dimmer regions of your yard that don't receive quite as much sunshine. Instead of living with bare soil, let this lush green plant bring your yard back to life. Lovely edging and border plants, add a lacy fringe along a pathway or the front of your foundation planting with Pennsylvania Sedge!
Partner with broadleaved evergreens like Azaleas or Daphnes. This native plant would also support a Meditation or Zen Garden as a wonderful groundcover. Just add a Japanese Maple or special sculpture as a focal point!
Pot up in planters as a graceful filler and spiller with a prominent topiary or columnar evergreen as your container's thriller and let the compliments roll in! They even look great all year round in frost-free growing zones!
- Lush Green Soft Flowing Foliage
- Hardy Native Grass
- Can Remain Green Year Round In Warm Climates
- A Unique Alternative to the Traditional Grass Lawn
- Lush Green Color for Bare Areas of the Yard
- Flowers For Pollinators
- Edging, Filler, Container Spillers, Groundcover & Lawn Replacement
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Hair Sedge Grass thrives in medium to dry soil and prefers shade and partial shade. This plant grows slowly into colonies and does not germinate rapidly, so you may want to plan on ordering enough to cover the area you have in mind for it. This native plant will never need watering. You'll adore its low-maintenance nature and the plush, verdant character once established! Mow over large areas in the early spring, or rake through to remove old foliage.
- Thrives in Full to Part Shade
- Well-Drained Soil
- Moderate Moisture Needs - Low Once Established
- Clean Mounds In Early Spring Or Mow Over Large Areas
- Deer Tend To Leave It Alone
Order the hardy native Pennsylvania Sedge Grass for your shady problem areas and enjoy! Low maintenance and hard-working, these plants are sure to be the finishing touch your landscape needs! Now at Nature Hills Nursery!
