Small Yellow Fox Sedge
Carex annectens
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–24" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AL, AR, CT, DE and 28 more states
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Yellow fox sedge is a native clumping grass that forms neat, upright tufts of bright green foliage. It produces small, inconspicuous flower clusters in late spring and early summer, followed by attractive seed heads. This sedge offers a tidy, grass-like appearance that works well as a groundcover or accent plant.
In an HOA neighborhood
Small Yellow Fox Sedge is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- May look sparse in winter when dormant
Wildlife value
This sedge provides seeds for songbirds and small mammals. The foliage offers cover for ground-dwelling insects and small wildlife.
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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