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Carex muskingumensis 'Oehme'

Also Known As

  • Oehme Variegated Palm Sedge

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like, aquatic

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Carex muskingumensis 'Oehme' plant details

Carex muskingumensis 'Oehme' is a deciduous perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance) with variegated foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Carex muskingumensis 'Oehme'

Plant type: perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: cyperaceae
Foliage: deciduous variegated
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Carex muskingumensis 'Oehme'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

In spring this arching and spreading 2' mound looks like the wet-meadow native that it is, but surprise!, in summer each leaf develops a bright golden-yellow margin; rhizomatous, for sun if wet or part shade (if dry). S-PSh/M-W
Looking like a miniature palm tree, palm sedge is a great addition to the shaded garden. Grass-like foliage emerges bright green and quickly turns dark green with a clear gold border. Its fine texture makes 'Oehme' a great companion for bold foliage plants like Hosta, Salvia koyame, and Heuchera. Deer resistant and tolerant of a wide range of soil moisture, from somewhat dry to wet. Originally found by the late Wolfgang Oehme and introduced in 1994 by Plant Delights.
While the species inhabits moist North American woodlands and meadows, this uniquely textured sport, discovered in landscape architect Wolfgang Oehme's garden, is somewhat drought tolerant once established. First a solid color, later enhanced with narrow yellow edges, the bright green blades are tapered and arranged horizontally like palm fronds on mostly upright triangular stems, knitting a tropical-styled, semideciduous ground cover. Versatile and deer resistant, 'Oehme's slow spreading steadfast clump produces chocolate-colored spiky inflorescences, handles sun or shade, favors ample moisture, especially when its hot and looks just right along a walkway, streamside, or in a container.
The medium green leaves of this sedge gradually develop yellow margins during the growing season.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Yellow margined green leaves held in horizontal, whorled fashion creating a palm tree appearance. Durable in dry shade to wet pond side. 2' tall

Gardening facts about Carex muskingumensis 'Oehme' plant

How to Grow Carex muskingumensis 'Oehme'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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