Eastern Woodland Sedge
Carex blanda
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
8"–24" H × 6"–18" W
Bloom
Apr, May, Jun
Native to
AL, AR, CO, CT and 36 more states
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Eastern woodland sedge is a low-growing native grass that forms dense, neat clumps with fine-textured green foliage. It thrives in partial shade and produces inconspicuous flower spikes in spring, making it an excellent groundcover for shaded areas under trees or along woodland borders.
In an HOA neighborhood
Eastern Woodland Sedge is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, mid zone, backyard only.
Wildlife value
This sedge provides cover and nesting material for small wildlife and birds. The seeds offer food for various songbirds 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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