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Pansa Carex

Pansa Carex

CAREX pansa

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Common Name(s)
California Meadow Sedge, Dune Grass
Sunlight
Full Sun (6+ hrs) or Partial Sun / Shade (3-6 hrs)
Perennial Zones
7, 8, 9, 10
Watering
Let dry
Max Height
6"–1'
Max Spread
6"-12"
Special Features
California Native
Garden Design Role
Underplanting
Lifespan
Perennial
Growing Habit
Mounding, Tufted
Drought Resistance
Moderate drought resistance
Foliage Color
Green
Stem Color
Green, Purple/Black
Genus
Carex
Family
Cyperaceae
Ship Size
4"

Carex pansa, commonly known as California Meadow Sedge, is a tough, low-growing, grass-like perennial native to California’s coastal regions.

This tuft-forming sedge spreads slowly by rhizomes to create a soft, walkable ground cover that tolerates light foot traffic. It is an excellent alternative to traditional lawns and performs well in meadows, patios, pathways, rock gardens, and naturalized landscapes.

Carex pansa is highly adaptable—tolerating deer, coastal exposure, sun, boggy conditions, clay, and sandy soils. Fine-textured foliage stays low and tidy, while subtle flower stalks rise above the leaves in season.

Thriving in sun to part shade with moderate moisture, this native sedge attracts butterflies and supports resilient, low-input garden design.

Organically grown and shipped with care—ready to provide a durable, California-native ground cover with year-round appeal.