Are there any native grasses or sedges that will do well in shade and also survive in hot Texas summers?

tx_flower_child said:Are there any native grasses or sedges that will do well in shade and also survive in hot Texas summers?

I am so used to thinking sedges are riparian plants, I had to look this up.

Texas Sedge (Carex texensis) is a low, clumping sedge that can reach about four inches tall by six inches wide per plant. Leaves are dark green in color, and should remain evergreen in all but the coldest areas of its natural range. Greenish-white flower stalks are produced in the spring. It can be used as a low-maintenance lawn replacement, needing only 2-3 mows per year to remain looking healthy. This sedge will grow best if given partial to full shade and is adaptable to any type of soil.

Bingo! Sounds like a winner. I was afraid to get greedy and add that it would be nice if it were evergreen. Looks like it might be. I'll definitely check it out. Got to do something to gussy up the place.

Thanks for doing the research for me while I was busy/lazy. You deserve a slice of pie.