New England Wild Flower Society

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Carex arctata

drooping woodland sedge

Drooping woodland sedge has evergreen foliage and delicate, cascading spikelet structures. Carex is a host plant and provides cover for wildlife. Drooping woodland sedge is a great addition to shady rain gardens.


Height: 1-3 ft
Spread: 1-3 ft
Hardiness Zone: 3-8


Bloom Color: Insignificant

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Part Shade
• Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
• Wet
Ecoregion
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
• Winter Interest and/or Evergreen
• Summer Fruit
Attracts Wildlife
• Host Plant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
• Groundcover
• Rain Garden
• Massing
Growth Habit
• Compact/Clumping


North American Distribution