Description
Bottlebrush Sedge
Carex comosa. Bottlebrush Sedge is a bold, moisture-loving native sedge known for its distinctive flower spikes and lush, fountain-like foliage. Blooms in late spring to early summer, it produces bristly, cylindrical seed heads that resemble tiny bottlebrushes that gives the plant both its common name and unmistakable visual appeal.
Thrives in full sun, but will also tolerate some shade and filtered sunlight. Prefers wet to consistently moist soils and is most at home along shorelines, in wet meadows, rain gardens, and other low-lying areas. Forms upright clumps of broad, arching leaves that maintain a vibrant, almost neon-green color, throughout the growing season.
Plays an important role in wetland ecosystems, offering cover and nesting material for wildlife while providing erosion control with its dense root system. Its seed heads attract birds, and its foliage offers shelter for amphibians and beneficial insects. Whether used for shoreline stabilization, habitat restoration, or naturalized rain gardens, Bottlebrush Sedge is a reliable and attractive choice that supports both biodiversity and ecological function in any wetland planting.
