Florida Sedge
Carex floridana
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
6"–24" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun
Native to
AL, DE, FL, GA and 6 more states
A clumping native sedge that forms neat, compact mounds of narrow green foliage. It produces subtle flower spikes from spring through early summer, making it an excellent low-maintenance groundcover or accent plant.
In an HOA neighborhood
Florida 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 food for small wildlife and beneficial insects. The seeds support songbirds and small mammals throughout the growing season.
Common questions
- How much sun does Florida Sedge need?
- Florida Sedge grows best in part shade conditions.
- When does Florida Sedge bloom?
- Florida Sedge blooms in March, April, May, and June.
- Where is Florida Sedge native?
- Florida Sedge (Carex floridana) is native to AL, DE, FL, GA and 6 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- Is Florida Sedge HOA-friendly?
- Florida 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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