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| Family | Cyperaceae | | Plant Type | sedge | | Zone | USDA: 4a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2
| | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 15 - 20 cm (6 - 8 in) | | Spread | 30 - 90 cm (1 - 3 ft) | | Light | partial shade to shade | | Soil Moisture | moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | |
| | Description | The showy foliage is dark lime in colour and evergreen. | | Typical Uses | Ground cover and pond. | | Cautions | Depending upon your local conditions, Carex nigra (black sedge) may be invasive. | | |
