Bush's Sedge
Carex bushii
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
6"–24" H × 4"–12" W
Bloom
Apr, May, Jun
Native to
AL, AR, CT, DE and 26 more states
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Bush's sedge is a clumping native grass-like perennial that forms neat tufts of narrow green foliage. It produces inconspicuous flowers in spring and early summer, thriving in partial shade with moderate moisture. This sedge provides a fine-textured, low-maintenance groundcover option for shaded areas.
In an HOA neighborhood
Bush'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 supports various native moths and butterflies whose caterpillars feed on sedge foliage. The seeds provide food for ground-feeding birds and small mammals.
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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