Darkgreen Sedge
Carex venusta
Last reviewed: June 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
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 the USDA PLANTS Database 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 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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