Pennsylvania Sedge Common Name: Pennsylvania Sedge Botanical Name: Carex pensylvanica Pennsylvania Sedge Plant family: Cyperaceae Location: North Forest Trail Growing zone: 3-8 Height: .5′-1′ Spread: .5′-1′ Bloom time: May Bloom description: Small greenish flowers Leaf type: Long, thin, grass-like leaves. Garden uses: Wonderful ground cover. Because of its ability to tolerate damp soils, Pennsylvania Sedge is widely recommended for use in rain gardens.