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the grass is growing next to some rocks

European Meadow Sedge (C. remota) provides a durable groundcover despite its fine-textured appearance. Some Carex species require damp or wet conditions while others are relatively drought-tolerant. Carex appalachica, above, is native to woodlands in the eastern United States. When planted en masse or on slopes, it curves and intermingles beautifully. It’s often used as a lawn substitute, does well in shade, and thrives in dry to average soil. Photograph courtesy of Greenlee and Associates.

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a house that has some grass in front of it and plants on the side of the house

September 29, 2017 The front garden by the house has undergone some major changes since we lost a tree last winter. But after some summer angst as formerly shaded foundation shrubs burned up, and some fixes, I’m feeling good about … Read More

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the complete guide to pennsylvania sedge by growbuilt com, with text overlay

Pennsylvania Sedge is a grass-like perennial native to North America. Scientifically known as Carex pensylvanica, it grows 8” tall in sun to full shade on well drained medium-moist to dry sites. Also beneficial to wildlife, multiple insects and grasshoppers feed on Pennsylvania Sedge, while birds enjoy the seed and use as nest material.

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a house with grass and trees in front of it

Blending a modern sensibility with traditional architecture, this garden features a front yard meadow with native grasses (Carex praecracilis) and wildflowers.

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a stone wall with grass growing on it and steps leading up to the top one

Plant Spotlight Carex praegracilis Carex praegracilis, common name Clustered Field Sedge, is a grass-like plant in the Sedge family. This plant functions as an ornamental grass and is quite often used as a lawn substitute. Clustered Field Sedge uses half the water that a more traditional lawn does, it doesn’t need fertilizer, and has no pest problems. Moreover it takes ... Read More

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a stone path in the middle of some grass

Research shows that 90% of the time homes are ignited by embers, not a wall of flames, an expert says. To combat that, create an airy, “defensible space” around your home.

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the garden is full of lavenders, grasses and other things to plant in it

I’m thrilled to announce that one of the gardens I designed for a client is featured in this month’s Sunset magazine.In today’s post, I thought I’d talk about another aspect of this garden – using the very-gray colored dymondia margaretae as a lawn substitute.

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how to grow pennsylvania sedge in the garden with text overlay that reads, how to grow pennsylvania sedge

Growing Pennsylvania sedge (Carex pensylvanica) in a garden or as a lawn alternative. Do you want to add native plants to your landscape? You should consider growing Pennsylvania sedge. This small native perennial also is great for attracting natural pollinators like butterflies. Find more details here.

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