Foothill Sedge

Foothill Sedge is a fine-textured, low-growing native groundcover ideal for erosion control and water-wise landscaping throughout California's foothills and coastal regions. This hardy perennial thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to a variety of soils. Its delicate, feathery foliage creates soft visual interest in garden beds, borders, and slopes while requiring minimal water once established. Perfect for naturalistic plantings, water-wise gardens, and sustainable landscape designs that celebrate California's native plant palette.

• Latin Name: Carex tumulicola
• Plant Type: Grass
• Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
• Soil: Variable
• Water Use: Low, Moderate
• Hardiness: 15°F
• Size at Maturity: 1' Tall x 1-1.5' Wide
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Bloom Time: Spring, Summer
• Dormancy: Summer Semi-deciduous
• Special uses: Containers, Deer resistant, Groundcover