Carex oshimensis 'Evergold'
Creamy-yellow cascading sedge
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Carex oshimensis 'Evergold'
- Illuminate the gloomy, shaded areas of your garden with the spectacular, bright creamy-yellow and green striped foliage of this award-winning evergreen sedge.
- Carex oshimensis 'Evergold' creates an incredibly elegant, cascading mound that looks absolutely breathtaking when allowed to spill softly over the edges of patio pots.
- This carex is a phenomenal, highly structural foliage plant that provides brilliant, high-contrast, year-round interest regardless of the weather.
- It is exceptionally versatile and low-maintenance, thriving equally well in partial shade or sun, making it an indispensable, zero-fuss hero for any planting scheme.
- Pair it with dark-leaved heucheras or spring bulbs for a jaw-dropping, contemporary display that stays looking perfectly pristine and vibrant 365 days a year.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Carex oshimensis 'Evergold' needs a heavy 40cm wide pot to stop it blowing over.
How big does it get?
Carex oshimensis 'Evergold' typically reaches a mature height of 30 cm and a spread of 30 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Carex oshimensis 'Evergold' requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Carex oshimensis 'Evergold' prefers moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Carex oshimensis 'Evergold' needs about 2.5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil evenly moist.
Will this plant need pruning?
Carex oshimensis 'Evergold' does not need pruning. Simply comb your fingers through the plant in spring to remove any dead or loose foliage.
How hardy is this plant?
Carex oshimensis 'Evergold' is fully hardy (H7), enduring temperatures below -20°C. It thrives uniformly across all regions of the UK without the need for winter protection.
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