Ebony Sedge
Carex ebenea
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–24" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AZ, CO, NM, UT and 1 more states
Ebony sedge is a compact ornamental grass with dark green foliage that forms neat clumps. It produces inconspicuous flowers from May through July and thrives in partial sun with moderate water needs.
In an HOA neighborhood
Ebony 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 provides habitat and nesting material for birds. The seeds may attract small songbirds, though it's not a major pollinator plant.
Common questions
- How much sun does Ebony Sedge need?
- Ebony Sedge grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Ebony Sedge bloom?
- Ebony Sedge blooms in May, June, and July.
- Where is Ebony Sedge native?
- Ebony Sedge (Carex ebenea) is native to AZ, CO, NM, UT and 1 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- Is Ebony Sedge HOA-friendly?
- Ebony 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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