Ivory Sedge

About Ivory Sedge

Ivory Sedge (Carex eburnea), also called Bristleleaf Sedge, is a delicate, low-growing gem that proves even the smallest plants can make a big impact in the shade. It forms soft, spherical clumps only 3 to 12 inches tall, featuring hair-like, blue-green leaves that create a wispy, fine-textured appearance. In late spring, it produces subtle spikes with ivory-colored scales, followed by glossy blackish fruits that can persist through winter. This sedge is remarkably versatile, thriving in environments ranging from rocky limestone bluffs and cedar thickets to the deep shade of a woodland floor. Because it is highly tolerant of dry to moist, alkaline, or rocky soils, it is a perfect choice for rock gardens or as a sophisticated, no-mow lawn alternative for shaded areas. Ivory Sedge is exceptionally long-lived and drought-tolerant once established, bringing a touch of refined elegance to difficult-to-plant corners of your landscape.