Carex Longibrachiata (Drooping Sedge)
Carex Longibrachiata (Drooping Sedge)
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Carex Longibrachiata (Drooping Sedge) is a graceful Australian native grass-like plant valued for its arching, fountain-shaped foliage and exceptional versatility in the landscape. The soft green leaves create movement and texture throughout the year, making it ideal for borders, mass plantings, woodland gardens, and erosion control on slopes. Its naturally flowing habit softens hard edges and blends beautifully with native shrubs and flowering perennials.
Hardy and low maintenance, Carex Longibrachiata (Drooping Sedge) thrives in a wide range of conditions, from full sun to partial shade, and tolerates periods of dryness once established. It is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a reliable evergreen accent that provides year-round structure, habitat for wildlife, and a naturalistic appearance in both formal and informal garden designs.

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Mature height
0.6–1 m
Mature width
0.6–1 m
Spacing
0.5–1 m apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Arching green foliage with subtle brown flower spikes.
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to summer.
Sun tolerance
Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance
Low; trim old foliage as needed to refresh the plant.
Root System
Non-invasive, fibrous clumping root system.