Carex humilis, commonly known as Dwarf Sedge, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to a variety of habitats in Europe and Asia, including dry grasslands, open woodlands, and chalky hills. This sedge typically forms low, dense tufts up to 20 cm high and 30 cm wide. The foliage is fine-textured, with narrow, arching leaves that are a distinctive blue-green color. Dwarf Sedge produces inconspicuous brown flower spikes in early spring, which are not particularly showy but add to the plant’s overall texture.

Dwarf Sedge is valued for its low maintenance requirements and its ability to form a dense ground cover, which can suppress weeds effectively. It is often used in rock gardens, borders, and as underplanting for larger shrubs. This sedge thrives in well-drained soils and can tolerate a range of conditions from full sun to partial shade. It is drought-tolerant once established, making it suitable for xeriscaping. Carex humilis is generally disease-free but can suffer from root rot if planted in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0