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Carex siderosticta 'Variegata'

Also Known As

Carex siderosticha variegata

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 12"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Carex siderosticta 'Variegata' plant details

Carex siderosticta 'Variegata' is a deciduous perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green, variegated and white foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with bright shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Carex siderosticta 'Variegata'

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: cyperaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, spreading, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Carex siderosticta 'Variegata'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

We've had this attractive sedge in our garden for years and continue to find new ways to use it as an accent plant. Spreading clumps of green foliage margined in cream are an attractive foil for hostas and other textures in the shade garden.

By: Avant Gardens

With its wide, almost Hosta-like foliage, this sedge will fill in an area at a medium pace. I love it's flowing habit and it rally looks good at the edge of a railroad tie or a rock wall. Sun or shade. 100% stable variegation.6" -12" tall.