| 1–5 | — | $18.00 ea |
|---|---|---|
| 6-11 | 10% off | $16.20 ea |
| 12-23 | 20% off | $14.40 ea |
| 24+ | 25% off | $13.50 ea |
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Carex pensylvanica
Choose Pennsylvania Sedge if you want a native groundcover for shaded tree areas where lawn is losing. The tradeoff: it gives a natural woodland carpet, not a tight turf surface for heavy foot traffic.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | B+ | It creates a calm woodland floor effect, but it is subtle rather than showy. |
| Growth Rate | B | It spreads steadily once settled, but customers should not expect instant fill. |
| Maintenance | A- | After establishment, it needs far less fuss than turf in shaded areas. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer rarely bother ornamental grasses; the bladed foliage is not a favorite, though hungry deer may nip tender new growth. |
| Small Space Fit | A | Its fine texture works well in small shade pockets and around tree roots. |
| Screening Value | F | This is a groundcover, not a plant for privacy or structure. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend this for shaded areas where turf keeps thinning, especially when the goal is a native, relaxed ground layer instead of a lawn-like finish.
| Mature Height | 0.75 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 1 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 3a-8a |
| Spacing | 1 ft |
| Sun | Part Shade to Full Shade |
| Moisture | Average to wet |
| Growth Habit | Spreading, mat-forming groundcover |
Only in low-traffic shaded areas; it is not built for regular running, pets, or games.
Usually no, though some homeowners cut it back once to refresh the look.
No, plan on a settling-in period before it forms a fuller carpet.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-42053
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Showed up on time and planted it perfectly. I indicated a light we had to illuminate it and they placed it for optimal lighting. Worked fast and left a clean worksite. First rate!
Really great website, communication and installation. Very happy customer and would recommend them.
They delivered three trees: a big linden, a big poplar and a little spice bush with install on the big trees. The install guys were great and professional and fast. All the trees looked good with minimal damage.
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The plants are beautiful and all 13 were consistent in height and width. And at a fraction of the cost of other garden centers. Having the team that delivered them do the planting was one of the best values I can think of. They did a great job from start to finish and even helped me with my watering system which they didn’t have to do!
