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    Carex siderosticta 'Lemon Zest'

    Also Known As

    • Carex siderosticha 'Lemon Zest'
    • Lemon Zest Golden Sedge

    Plant type

    perennial, aquatic

    size

    • H: 9"
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 5a-8b

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    Carex siderosticta 'Lemon Zest' plant details

    Carex siderosticta 'Lemon Zest' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aquatic with gold foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Carex siderosticta 'Lemon Zest'

    Plant type: perennial aquatic
    Plant family: cyperaceae
    Foliage: deciduous gold
    Mature size: 12 IN wide, 9 IN tall
    Uses: clumping

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Carex siderosticta 'Lemon Zest'

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    The only gold C. siderosticha on the market that holds its gold all summer. Its' bright lemon swords will illuminate the garden. These golden clumps glow in moderate shade with even moisture. Striking in borders and containers. This clumping, deciduous sedge combines well with Hosta and Heuchera.

    By: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.

    Gardening facts about Carex siderosticta 'Lemon Zest' plant

    How to Grow Carex siderosticta 'Lemon Zest'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • gold

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • grassy

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    Zones

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    Size

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