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Carex texensis, commonly known as Texas sedge, is a fine-textured, clumping native sedge widespread across the south-central United States and a popular lawn alternative. Forming soft, flowing mounds of narrow, bright green, grass-like blades, it rarely exceeds 6-8 inches tall yet spreads gently by short rhizomes to create a lush, meadowy carpet. Inconspicuous brownish flower spikes appear in spring, adding subtle interest without detracting from the foliage effect. Extremely tough and adaptable, Texas sedge thrives in full sun to full shade, tolerates drought, periodic flooding, and occasional mowing, and grows well under trees where turf fails. This versatile, low-maintenance groundcover brings a natural, carefree elegance to shaded gardens, pathways, and woodland edges while supporting local wildlife.
ORIGIN - NC native
EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Shade, tolerates am sun
FLOWER COLOR -
HEIGHT - 12"
HABIT - deciduous
MOISTURE - moist/well drained
HARDINESS ZONES - 5-9
Carex texensis, commonly known as Texas sedge, is a fine-textured, clumping native sedge widespread across the south-central United States and a popular lawn alternative. Forming soft, flowing mounds of narrow, bright green, grass-like blades, it rarely exceeds 6-8 inches tall yet spreads gently by short rhizomes to create a lush, meadowy carpet. Inconspicuous brownish flower spikes appear in spring, adding subtle interest without detracting from the foliage effect. Extremely tough and adaptable, Texas sedge thrives in full sun to full shade, tolerates drought, periodic flooding, and occasional mowing, and grows well under trees where turf fails. This versatile, low-maintenance groundcover brings a natural, carefree elegance to shaded gardens, pathways, and woodland edges while supporting local wildlife.
ORIGIN - NC native
EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Shade, tolerates am sun
FLOWER COLOR -
HEIGHT - 12"
HABIT - deciduous
MOISTURE - moist/well drained
HARDINESS ZONES - 5-9
