
(Sometimes listed as Carex morrowii 'Aureovariegata') Sedges are grass-like plants, mostly preferring sites with moist, rich soil. This Japanese selection forms a low cascading clump of leathery green leaves, with a bright creamy-yellow stripe down the centre. Brownish flowers are insignificant. A choice plant for edging, or in the rock garden. If the tips of the leaves get wind-burn over the winter, they may be trimmed with scissors in the spring. This is a well-behaved, non-spreading plant. Clumps may be divided in early spring. Tolerates dry shade with occasional watering. Evergreen.
Full Shade
Normal or
Sandy or
Clay
Neutral or
Alkaline or
Acid
Average or
Dry or
Moist
Easy
Brown
Early Summer
Late Spring
Deep Green
Variegated
Yellow
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Alpine & Rock
Attracts Butterflies
Border
Containers
Cut Flower
Deer Resistant
Drought Tolerant
Edging
Evergreen
Ground Cover
Massed
Woodland
Very Small
15-20 cm
6-8 inches
20-30 cm
8-12 inches
None
Growth Rate
Medium