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Carex muskingumensis
Palm Sedge
Sedge family
Cyperaceae
Height
medium, approx. 40 - 60 cm
Flower color
brown
Inflorence type
spike
Flowering time
June
Leaf colour
green
Sun exposure
sun - partial shade
Soil
moist, fertile
pH
acid - neutral - alkaline
Hardiness
grows well
Native range
N-America
Sedges, Carex, is the largest genus of the sedge family, Cyperaceae, with around 2000 species. Most grow in moist soil, although with some exceptions. The genus has a wide global distribution that includes all continents, with the largest number of species in arctic and temperate regions.
Propagation:
Division in spring or fall.
Seed - sown in February - March
Seed lightly covered and stored at room temperature until germination.
Medium sized, upright plant with leaves remsembling palm fronds. Needs moist soil.