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Carex siderosticha 'Variegata'

Family Cyperaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 15 - 20 cm (6 - 8 in)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Carex siderosticha 'Variegata' (broad-leaved sedge) bears faded green blooms during late spring to early summer. The foliage is deep green and white in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, ground cover, mass planting and woodland.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Carex siderosticha 'Variegata' tolerates light foot traffic, and has a natural resistance to deer.