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Carex siderostricta 'Snow Field'

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like, aquatic

size

  • H: 10"-12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Carex siderostricta 'Snow Field' plant details

Carex siderostricta 'Snow Field' is a deciduous perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance) with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring and summer chocolate flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Carex siderostricta 'Snow Field'

Plant type: perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: cyperaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 10 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: chocolate blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, edging plant, spreading, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Carex siderostricta 'Snow Field'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A new selection we purchased from a west coast grower, this slowly spreading sedge has almost all white leaves delicately edged in dark green. We suspect it will prefer a nice cool spot in the shade garden where it will lighten up a dark spot. 10-12" tall.

Gardening facts about Carex siderostricta 'Snow Field' plant

How to Grow Carex siderostricta 'Snow Field'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • chocolate
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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