Carex morrowii 'Ice Dance' | Ornamental Grass
Shimmering grass for even the shadiest spot
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Carex morrowii 'Ice Dance'
Ornamental Grass
- A semi evergreen grass that's a great choice to brighten up shady areas, Ice Dance forms mounds of narrow, arching, deep green leaves with bright white edges
- Iridescent foliage shimmers in the breeze
- A hardy and versatile perennial plant which grows up to 30cm high and is easy to care for
- A perfect accent plant for beds and borders, rock gardens or as groundcover, Ice Dance is also brilliant in pots
- For the best colour, grow in partial shade as direct sun can bleach the leaves
- Will grow even in full shade
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Carex morrowii 'Ice Dance' grows beautifully in 30 cm pots, offering variegated foliage in temperatures up to 25°C.
How big does it get?
Carex morrowii 'Ice Dance' typically reaches a mature height of 40 cm and a spread of 60 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Carex morrowii 'Ice Dance' requires full sun or partial shade to flourish.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Carex morrowii 'Ice Dance' prefers moist but well-drained soil, adapting well to various soil types and typical British weather.
How much watering does this plant need?
Once established, Carex morrowii 'Ice Dance' is quite drought-tolerant and only requires watering every 10 to 14 days, providing around 1.5 cm of water, though it will appreciate a thorough soaking when temperatures exceed 25°C.
Will this plant need pruning?
No strict pruning is required, but Carex morrowii 'Ice Dance' generally benefits from deadheading faded flowers to encourage further blooming and cutting back dead foliage in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Carex morrowii 'Ice Dance' holds an RHS rating of H6, withstanding temperatures down to -20°C, making it hardy in all parts of the UK.
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