Willdenow'S Sedge
Carex willdenowii
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
6"–24" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun
Native to
AL, AR, CT, DE and 18 more states
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Willdenow's sedge is a compact native grass that forms small clumps in partially shaded areas. It produces inconspicuous flowers in late spring and early summer and maintains a neat, low profile throughout the growing season.
In an HOA neighborhood
Willdenow'S 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 native moths and butterflies whose caterpillars feed on sedges. The seeds are eaten by various songbirds and small mammals.
Common questions
- How much sun does Willdenow'S Sedge need?
- Willdenow'S Sedge grows best in part shade conditions.
- When does Willdenow'S Sedge bloom?
- Willdenow'S Sedge blooms in May and June.
- Where is Willdenow'S Sedge native?
- Willdenow'S Sedge (Carex willdenowii) is native to AL, AR, CT, DE and 18 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- Is Willdenow'S Sedge HOA-friendly?
- Willdenow'S 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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