Bebb Sedge
Carex bebbii
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–36" H × 6"–18" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AZ, CO, CT, IA and 23 more states
Bebb's sedge is a native grass that forms neat clumps with narrow green leaves. This low-maintenance perennial produces small brown flower spikes in late spring and summer, creating subtle texture in the landscape.
In an HOA neighborhood
Bebb Sedge is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- Goes dormant in winter turning brown
Wildlife value
This sedge provides habitat and nesting material for birds, while its seeds feed various songbirds and waterfowl. The dense clumps offer shelter for small wildlife and beneficial insects.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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