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Carex muskingumensis 'Little Midge'

Family Cyperaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 40 cm (12 - 16 in)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Carex muskingumensis 'Little Midge' (dwarf palm sedge) bears faded green blossoms during late spring to early summer. This plant has foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, container, edging, mass planting, waterfront, wild flower and woodland.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer.