Grass, Sedge- Prairie

Carex pensylvanica

$5

Outdoor Plant Size

Shortbeak Sedge is primarily valued in the garden for its interestingly mounded form. It features airy spikes of chartreuse flowers rising above the foliage in mid spring. Its attractive grassy leaves remain forest green in color throughout the season.

Mature Height: 12 - 18"

Mature Spread: 3' - 5'

Sunlight Exposure: Sun

Water Needs: Low

All returns must be either brought in or postmarked within 14 days of the purchase date or delivery date, whichever is more recent. Items returned after this period will not be accepted or eligible for a refund.

Annuals and Perennials are not covered under warranty.


If you are returning item(s) purchased in our stores, please bring your receipt. When returning an online purchase, please include the order confirmation emails.
Returns without a receipt within 14 days receive store credit at the lowest price offered.

Plants still in good condition may be returned to Chalet-nursery with proof of purchase issued by Chalet-nursery within 14 days of purchasing for a full refund. No warranty.

Plant Profile

Grass, Sedge- Prairie

Sunlight Exposure

Sun

Water Needs

Low

Landscape Use

Mass Planting

Growth Rate

Moderate

Growth Shape

Clumping

Flowering Season

Summer

Foliage Color

Green

Pest + Disease Resistance

Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Insect Resistant, Disease Resistant

Pollinator + Wildlife Support

Native (Great Lakes Region), Benefits Birds

Season of Interest

Summer, Fall

Fall Color

Yellow-Gold, Copper-Brown-Bronze

Garden Performance & Beauty

None

Environmental Tolerances

Cold Tolerant, Erosion Control, Juglone (Black Walnut) Tolerant

Winter Foliage

Deciduous

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Local Delivery

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