Carex pansa Native grass - $10.50 - Hidden Mansion Nursery

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Native grass

Carex pansa

Carex pansa - California Meadow Sedge
A short, rich green sedge selected by John Greenlee as an alternative to typical turf grass. Growing to 6-8 inches tall and spreading by rhizomes to form a carpet that tolerates moderate foot traffic. A good plant as a ground cover between and around stepping stones or patio blocks. Has a period of summer dormancy in warmer, drier climates. Tolerates full sun to partial shade. Moderate water requirements - lower than most lawn grasses. Hardy to at least 15 F. We received this sedge from John Greenlee as Carex pansa but later keyed the plant to the very closely related Carex praegracilis. We listed it under this name for several years but unfortunately the plant has been popularized as Carex pansa and we somewhat reluctantly are now going back to this name.

Habit and Cultural Information
Category: Grass-like
Family: Cyperaceae (Sedges)
Origin: California (U.S.A.)
Evergreen: Yes
Flower Color: Brown
Bloomtime: Spring
Height: <1 foot
Width: Spreading
Exposure: Sun or Shade
Seaside: Yes
Irrigation Req.: Medium Water Needs
Winter Hardiness: 0-10° F

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818-293-0000
8455 La Tuna Canyon Road
Sun Valley , CA 91352 US
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