Carex Variegated Sedge
Sedge, is a hardy, evergreen, clump-forming ornamental grass known for its aching green leaves striped with creamy white. It typically grows 30 to 45cm tall, thrives in partial to full shade, and requires moist, well-drained soil but is tolerant to some drought. Very easy to grow.
26 in stock
K50.00
26 in stock
Carex Variegated Sedge is a graceful ornamental grass-like plant prized for its striking green leaves edged with creamy-white margins. Its elegant, arching foliage adds year-round colour, texture, and movement to gardens, making it an excellent choice for borders, pathways, containers, rock gardens, and shaded landscapes.
This hardy, low-maintenance plant thrives in partial shade to full shade but also performs well in sunny positions with adequate moisture. It forms neat, compact clumps that help brighten darker corners of the garden while providing an attractive contrast to flowering plants and shrubs.
Variegated Sedge is drought tolerant once established, although it performs best in consistently moist, well-drained soil. It is ideal for modern, cottage, woodland, and tropical-style gardens, and its evergreen foliage ensures lasting beauty throughout the year.
Plant Details
- Botanical Name: Carex 'Variegata'
- Common Name: Variegated Sedge
- Plant Type: Evergreen ornamental sedge
- Mature Height: 30–45 cm
- Mature Spread: 30–45 cm
- Light: Full sun to partial shade (best foliage colour in partial shade)
- Water: Moderate; prefers moist, well-drained soil
- Maintenance: Low
- Ideal For: Borders, edging, pots, mass planting, rock gardens, and woodland gardens
