4605 Olive Street
Saint Louis, Missouri 63108

314 · 454 · 6868

Carex muskingumensis 'Little Midge'

Dwarf Palm Sedge

Green, narrow blades.

Growing & Maintenance Tips
Carex doe well in shade something that is not common to true ornamental grasses. Needs moist to wet soil, needs ample water in hot dry locations. This sedge looks great when planted in masses. It is also great with small water features and can be planted directly in the pond. Also suitable for bog gardens and bog containers.

Interesting Information
Carex from Greek keiro, to cut, alluding to the leaf margins which are often sharp. This grass is a cool season grass, very slow spreader. Season of interst is June to winter.

Plant Type Ornamental Grass		Bloom Color Non-Flowering		Foliage Color Smooth Green
Height 8-12 Inches		Spread 4-8 Inches
USDA Hardiness Zone 4		Patented No

Juncus effusus (Corkscrew Rush 'Spiralis')	Helleborus x (Lenten Rose 'Ivory Prince')
Hosta (Plantain Lily 'Cookie Crumbs')

Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Color • Non-flowering	Exposure • Sun-Part Shade	Soil Moisture Preference • Med-Wet	Attributes • Patio Container Pots • Winter Interest • Balcony Pots