How much sun does Bolander's Sedge need?

Bolander's Sedge grows best in part sun conditions.

When does Bolander's Sedge bloom?

Bolander's Sedge blooms in May, June, and July.

Where is Bolander's Sedge native?

Bolander's Sedge (Carex bolanderi) is native to AZ, CA, ID, MT and 6 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

Is Bolander's Sedge HOA-friendly?

Bolander's Sedge is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Bolander's Sedge

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Author: Pollinator Patch

Carex bolanderi

Last reviewed: September 2026

Toxicity unknown

Bolander's Sedge (Carex bolanderi) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

part sun

Water

medium

Size

12"–24" H × 8"–16" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul

Native to

AZ, CA, ID, MT and 6 more states

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Browse plants for this ecoregion

Coast Range Puget Lowland Marine West Coast Forest Northwestern Forested Mountains Sierra Nevada Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains Southern California Mountains Central Basin and Range North American Deserts

Bolander's sedge is a clumping native grass that forms neat, compact tufts of fine-textured foliage. This well-behaved perennial maintains an attractive appearance throughout the growing season and produces inconspicuous flowers from May through July.

In an HOA neighborhood

Bolander's Sedge is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

Wildlife value

This sedge provides habitat and nesting material for small birds and supports various insects. The seeds offer food for ground-feeding birds and small mammals.

Common questions

How much sun does Bolander's Sedge need?: Bolander's Sedge grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Bolander's Sedge bloom?: Bolander's Sedge blooms in May, June, and July.
Where is Bolander's Sedge native?: Bolander's Sedge (Carex bolanderi) is native to AZ, CA, ID, MT and 6 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
Is Bolander's Sedge HOA-friendly?: Bolander's Sedge is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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