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Creeping Sedge

Carex laxiculmis 'Hobb'

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Grass

Height

12 inches

Width

12 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

High

Humidity

Average to high

Lifespan

Long-lived perennial

Native To

Eastern North America

Toxicity

Non-toxic

The Story

Plant Bio

Carex laxiculmis is a clump-forming, semi-evergreen sedge native to eastern North American woodlands. It is valued for its fine-textured foliage and ability to thrive in shady, moist conditions. The 'Hobb' cultivar, marketed as BUNNY BLUE, is selected for its wider, powder-blue leaf blades that are significantly more colorful than the species. It forms a dense, arching mound, making it an excellent groundcover for shade.

Bloom Period:

EarlyLate

Uses & Benefits:

The primary appeal of 'Bunny Blue' is its striking silvery-blue foliage, which brightens up shady corners of the garden. Its fine texture and arching habit provide a soft, lush appearance.

It's an excellent, low-maintenance groundcover for moist, shady areas where grass struggles to grow. It can also help stabilize soil on shady slopes and in rain gardens.

Native sedges provide cover for small wildlife and insects. They are a crucial component of woodland ecosystems, supporting local food webs. Some caterpillars may use it as a host plant.

Planting

How to Grow

Select a location with partial to full shade and moist soil.
Incorporate organic matter like compost to retain moisture.
Dig a hole slightly larger than the plant's container.
Place the plant in the hole with the crown at soil level.
Backfill with soil and press gently to remove air pockets.
Water thoroughly and maintain consistent moisture.

Pro Tip

To maintain its best blue color, provide light to partial shade; deep shade can cause the foliage to become more green.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Provide consistently moist to wet soil.
Plant in a shady location, protected from harsh afternoon sun.
Use as a groundcover or border in woodland gardens.
Divide in spring when clumps become crowded.

Don't

Do not let the soil dry out completely.
Avoid planting in full, hot sun, which will scorch the leaves.
Don't worry about fertilizing; it thrives in average garden soil.
Avoid burying the crown when planting or mulching.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Divide
Plant
Spring Cleanup

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Cool-toned groundcover for shade gardensSoft edging for woodland pathsLush filler for moist, shady containers

Companion Plants

Hosta 'Halcyon' Heuchera 'Palace Purple' Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum' Pulmonaria Brunnera macrophylla

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Creeping Sedge questions

What zones can Creeping Sedge grow in?

Creeping Sedge is hardy in USDA Zones 5–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Creeping Sedge deer resistant?

Yes — Creeping Sedge is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Creeping Sedge bloom?

Creeping Sedge typically blooms in late spring through early summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Creeping Sedge need full sun?

Creeping Sedge does best in part shade.