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The Plant Life of the Lurie Garden


Overview
Grasses of the Lurie Garden

Palm Sedge

Tufts of leaves at ends of stems; like miniature palm trees; spreading clumps; good groundcover

 
Latin name Carex muskingumensis
Common name Palm Sedge
Family Cyperaceae
Zone Z4-9
Bloom time Summer
Season(s) of Interest Fall
Height 2.5'
Native or origin Native
Soil conditions Moist or wet
Flower color Golden Brown
Known wildlife aspects
Light Requirements Full Sun or Part-Shade
Lurie Garden location Dark Plate
Companion plants



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