James' sedge is a tidy, clump-forming plant that grows well in wooded areas. Narrow, arching leaf blades are semi-evergreen and attractive year round. While it doesn't spread much, it can still be used as a border plant, green mulch, or planted in mass as a groundcover. The flowering/seed-bearing stem, or culm, is short and usually hidden by the foliage.

Uses: border, groundcover, shade gardens, drought tolerant
Bloom time: March to May

Height: 6 to 10 inches
Space: 6 to 10 inches

Sun:  Light to full shade
Moisture:  Dry to average