How much sun does Darkgreen Sedge need?

Darkgreen Sedge grows best in part shade conditions.

When does Darkgreen Sedge bloom?

Darkgreen Sedge blooms in April, May, and June.

Where is Darkgreen Sedge native?

Darkgreen Sedge (Carex venusta) is native to AL, DE, FL, GA and 9 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

Is Darkgreen Sedge HOA-friendly?

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

Darkgreen Sedge

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Carex venusta

Last reviewed: August 2026

Light

part shade

Water

medium

Size

12"–24" H × 6"–12" W

Bloom

Apr, May, Jun

Native to

AL, DE, FL, GA and 9 more states

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Darkgreen sedge is a clumping native grass that forms neat, compact mounds of fine-textured foliage. It produces inconspicuous flowers in spring and maintains an orderly appearance throughout the growing season. This sedge works well as a low-maintenance groundcover or accent plant in partially shaded areas.

In an HOA neighborhood

Darkgreen 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 leaving brown foliage

Wildlife value

This sedge provides habitat and nesting material for birds and supports various insects. The seeds are eaten by songbirds and small mammals.

Common questions

How much sun does Darkgreen Sedge need?: Darkgreen Sedge grows best in part shade conditions.
When does Darkgreen Sedge bloom?: Darkgreen Sedge blooms in April, May, and June.
Where is Darkgreen Sedge native?: Darkgreen Sedge (Carex venusta) is native to AL, DE, FL, GA and 9 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
Is Darkgreen Sedge HOA-friendly?: Darkgreen Sedge is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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