Limestone Meadow Sedge
Carex granularis
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
8"–24" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AL, AR, CT, DE and 32 more states
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Limestone meadow sedge is a fine-textured native grass that forms neat, compact clumps with arching green foliage. It produces small, inconspicuous flowers in late spring through summer and thrives in partial sun with moderate moisture.
In an HOA neighborhood
Limestone Meadow 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 cover for small birds and beneficial insects. The seeds offer food for songbirds and small mammals in late summer and fall.
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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