Wood/Rosey sedge
Fine-textured sedge forming small clumps, reaching 15-45 cm tall. Features narrow leaves and small, star-like seed heads. Prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial to full shade. Often found in woodland understories. Spreads slowly by short rhizomes. Provides ground cover and erosion control in shaded areas. Attracts small wildlife. Suitable for woodland gardens, shade gardens, and as a low-maintenance groundcover in difficult shady areas. Native to eastern North America.
Plant Details
Bloom Colour: Green to Brown
Bloom Time: Spring
Sun Requirements: Shade to Part-Sun
Moisture: Moist-Drained
Phenology: New growth begins April. Star-like flower heads appear May-June. Seeds mature July. Foliage partially evergreen in protected sites.
Wildlife Value: Seeds eaten by ground-feeding birds and small mammals; provides cover for woodland wildlife; forage for deer
Habit Over Time: Creates small, star-like clumps that spread slowly through short rhizomes. While it self-seeds readily, its modest size and open growth pattern allow it to weave between other plants without overwhelming them. Works well as a ground layer in woodland settings.
Height: Short (6-12 inches)