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Carex morrowii 'Aurea-variegata'

Family Cyperaceae
Plant Type sedge
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 30 - 40 cm (12 - 16 in)
Spread 35 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The sedge Carex morrowii 'Aurea-variegata' (morrow's sedge) bears faded orange blooms during late spring. The showy glossy foliage is variegated and striped, medium green and pastel yellow in colour, fine in texture and evergreen. Carex morrowii 'Aurea-variegata' (morrow's sedge) bears striped fruit.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging and ground cover.