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Yellowfruit Sedge (Carex annectens) blooming bush by sidewalk
Yellowfruit Sedge (Carex annectens) live plants for sale on bench
Yellowfruit Sedge (Carex annectens) blooming bush by sidewalk
Yellowfruit Sedge (Carex annectens) live plants for sale on bench
Carex annectens

Yellowfruit Sedge

Seeds

Packet $3.00

Plants

50 Plug Tray $95.00

Description

Yellowfruit Sedge (Carex annectens), also known as Small Yellow Fox Sedge, brings understated beauty and ecological value to your garden. Native to most of the U.S., this graceful sedge adds quiet elegance while playing a vital role in supporting local wildlife—making it a great choice for nature enthusiasts and restoration projects alike.

Yellowfruit Sedge typically grows 1 to 3 feet tall with upright stems that rise above the narrow leaves. Its clusters of green flowers may not be flashy, but they offer important habitat and food for insects, birds, and other wildlife. This perennial sedge fits beautifully into rain gardens, naturalized borders, and restoration sites.

Though it most often occurs in wetlands, Carex annectens can also thrive in non-wetland areas. It prefers full sun to light shade and adapts to a wide range of moisture conditions, making it versatile across different landscape types.

Seed Details

Weight 0.025 lbs
Dimensions 3.5 × 0.1 × 2.25 in

Range Map

Yellowfruit Sedge native range

Details

Seeds/Packet500
Germination Code60 Day Cold Moist Stratification
SociabilityClumps, Rhizomes
Sun RequirementsFull Sun, Partial Sun
Soil MoistureMesic, Wet-Mesic, Wet
BenefitsBees, Birds, Deer Resistant, Livestock Resistant
Plant Spacing1-2'
Hardiness Zone4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Bloom ColorBrown
Bloom PeriodJuly, August
Spacing1-2'

Seeds & Seed Mixes:

Seeds and seed mixes ship nationwide, year-round, typically within 3–5 business days. If you would like to postpone a seed mix shipment until fall, please note this at checkout.

Live Plants:

Live plants are available year-round while inventory lasts and ship to all states except California, Arizona, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Alaska, and Hawaii. After your order is placed, we’ll contact you to coordinate a spring shipping window, as many plants are overwintered and ship once dormancy breaks.

Estimated shipping for 2026 plant orders begins in mid-April, weather permitting.

If you’re looking to secure plants in advance or need larger quantities for a project, we offer contract growing options. Contact us to discuss your needs and request a quote. Additional species not listed online may also be available through contract grow.

Live Stakes:

Live stakes are available by request only and must be ordered by submitting a contact form. Ordering is open seasonally from November 1 through February 28. A minimum of 100 stakes per order is required, with at least 25 stakes per species.

Live stakes ship only to the following states: Missouri, Minnesota, South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Tennessee, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Iowa.

PLS stands for Pure Live Seed, an industry-standard measure of seed quality. It reflects the portion of seed in a batch that is viable and capable of germinating.

What this means for you: when you purchase 1 lb. of PLS seed, the physical weight of the seed you receive will be slightly more than 1 lb. That’s because we account for non-viable seed and natural inert material upfront, so you receive a full pound of live, plantable seed.

Many companies sell bulk seed by total weight, which can include filler and non-viable seed. By pricing based on PLS, we make sure you’re getting exactly what you paid for—high-quality native seed with more predictable, successful germination.

Want to dive deeper? Check out our in-depth article on what PLS is and why it matters.