Drooping Woodland Sedge
Carex arctata
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
8"–24" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
CT, IN, MA, MD and 10 more states
Carex arctata is a native sedge that forms neat, arching clumps of narrow green foliage. This woodland sedge produces inconspicuous flower spikes in late spring and early summer, creating an attractive groundcover or accent plant for shaded areas.
In an HOA neighborhood
Drooping Woodland 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
While wind-pollinated rather than insect-pollinated, this sedge provides valuable habitat structure for small wildlife and its seeds feed songbirds.
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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