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| Family | Cyperaceae | | Plant Type | sedge | | Zone | USDA: 5a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
| | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in) | | Spread | 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in) | | Light | partial shade | | Soil Moisture | average to moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to loam | | Soil pH | neutral to alkaline |
| | Description | The showy foliage is variegated, dark green and faded lime in colour and semi-evergreen. | | Typical Uses | Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, ground cover, mass planting and woodland. | | Special Characteristics | Carex dolichostachya 'Kaga-nishiki' (Gold Fountains) tolerates drought, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer. | | |
