Carex muskingumensis - Palm Sedge, Pond Marginal Plant
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Carex muskingumensis - Palm Sedge, Pond Marginal Plant
Carex muskingumensis, known as palm sedge, is a clump-forming sedge from eastern North America. Its narrow, light green leaves are held in fan-like sprays on upright stems, like tiny palm trees.
Palm sedge at a glance
| Botanical name | Carex muskingumensis |
|---|---|
| Common name | Palm sedge |
| Plant type | Clump-forming sedge; semi-evergreen |
| Height and spread | Flower stems to about 75 cm, 50–100 cm wide |
| Flowers | Golden-brown spikes, June and July; not showy |
| Position | Full sun or part shade (light shade is ideal) |
| Soil | Consistently moist to wet soil |
| Pond depth | 0–15 cm of water, or moist soil |
| Hardiness | RHS H4 – hardy in an average UK winter (-10 to -5°C) |
| Native to | Eastern North America (not UK native) |
Where to plant palm sedge
- Moist soil at the edge of a pond or in a bog garden
- A shallow pond shelf, up to 15 cm deep
- Lightly shaded, damp corners
How to plant and care for it
Plant from spring to late summer in soil that stays moist. It is generally free of diseases but may be attacked by aphids.
Which size should I buy?
Bare-root plants (7 cm, 9 cm, 1 litre and 3 litre) arrive without a pot or compost and are the most economical way to plant a group. Potted plants (9 cm, 1 litre and 3 litre) arrive growing in our peat-free compost and give a faster display. Packs of 3 come in 7 cm, 9 cm, 1 litre and 3 litre bare-root sizes and cost less per plant. The 2x Pot & Compost option is two plants supplied with pots and compost.
