Ross Sedge
Carex rossii
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
low
Size
6"–12" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AZ, CA, CO, ID and 11 more states
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Ross's sedge is a low-growing native grass that forms neat, compact clumps in part sun locations. This drought-tolerant perennial maintains a tidy appearance while requiring minimal care once established.
In an HOA neighborhood
Ross 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 seeds for ground-feeding birds and nesting material for small wildlife. The clumping growth habit offers shelter for beneficial insects.
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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