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Carex hachijoensis 'Evergold'

Family Cyperaceae
Plant Type sedge
Zone USDA:   5a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H1 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 20 - 40 cm (8 - 16 in)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Carex hachijoensis 'Evergold' (Japanese sedge) bears faded orange blossoms during late spring. This sedge is clump forming and has variegated and striped deep green and light brown foliage that is showy, glossy, fine textured and evergreen. The fruit produced by Carex hachijoensis 'Evergold' (Japanese sedge) is striped.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging and ground cover.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer.