Inland Sedge
Carex interior
Last reviewed: June 2026
The USDA PLANTS Database (opens in new tab) does not flag Inland Sedge as toxic to livestock.
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
8"–24" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AR, AZ, CA, CO and 32 more states
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Inland sedge is a compact, clumping grass-like perennial that forms neat tufts of narrow green foliage. It produces small, inconspicuous flower spikes in late spring and early summer, creating a tidy groundcover or accent plant.
In an HOA neighborhood
Inland 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 nesting material and seeds for small birds, while its dense growth offers shelter for beneficial insects and small wildlife.
Common questions
- How much sun does Inland Sedge need?
- Inland Sedge grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Inland Sedge bloom?
- Inland Sedge blooms in May, June, and July.
- Where is Inland Sedge native?
- Inland Sedge (Carex interior) is native to AR, AZ, CA, CO and 32 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- Is Inland Sedge toxic to livestock?
- The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Inland Sedge as toxic to livestock.
- Is Inland Sedge HOA-friendly?
- Inland 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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