Carex oshimensis &s;Evergold&s; (v) | Japanese sedge &s;Evergold&s; Grass Like/RHS (original) (raw)
Carex oshimensis 'Evergold' (v)
Japanese sedge 'Evergold'
An evergreen sedge forming a clump to 30cm in height, the narrow arching leaves each with a central yellow stripe. Flower spikes appear in the summer and are brown and inconspicuous
Synonyms
Carex 'Evergold'
Carex morrowii 'Evergold'
see more_Carex_ oshimensis 'Honeybird'
Carex hachijoensis 'Evergold'
Carex oshimensis 'Everbrite'
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | Green Variegated Yellow | ||
| Summer | Brown | Green Variegated Yellow | |
| Autumn | Green Variegated Yellow | ||
| Winter | Green Variegated Yellow |
Position
Aspect
West–facing or South–facing or North–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Botanical details
Family
Cyperaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Tufted
Genus
Carex can be deciduous or evergreen, rhizomatous or tufted perennials, with triangular stems bearing linear or strap-shaped leaves and short or long spikes of tiny green or brown flowers
Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Easy to grow in most moist but well-drained fertile soils
Propagation
Propagate by seed, sown in containers in a cold frame in spring or by division in early summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
- Low Maintenance
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
In summer cut out any dead leaves
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
Diseases
Generally disease-free