Graceful sedge is a fine-textured woodland sedge that forms soft, arching clumps of narrow green leaves. It grows naturally in moist deciduous forests, woodland edges, and shaded meadows. It prefers organic-rich soil. Its delicate appearance makes it particularly attractive as a groundcover beneath trees. It forms attractive clumps and is generally well behaved as it spreads gradually rather than aggressively. It tolerates some dry shade once established.