Carex ludwigii, commonly known as Ludwig’s Sedge, is a perennial herb, native to East Africa. It typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters) and a width of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters). This sedge has a clumping form with narrow, grass-like leaves and inconspicuous greenish-brown flowers that appear in late spring to early summer. The flowers are not particularly showy, but they do add a fine-textured element to the garden.

Ludwig’s Sedge is valued for its ability to thrive in wet conditions and is often used in rain gardens, as a ground cover in moist areas, and for erosion control along stream banks. It is also suitable for naturalistic plantings and wildlife gardens, as it provides habitat for various insects and birds. This sedge prefers consistently moist to wet soils and can tolerate a range of light conditions from full sun to part shade. It is relatively low maintenance but may require division every few years to maintain vigor.CC BY-SA 4.0