Carex oshimensis 'Goldwell' | Ornamental Grass
Compact and colourful grass
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Carex oshimensis 'Goldwell'
Ornamental Grass
- Goldwell is a cheerful, compact evergreen grass with bright green leaves (25-30cm long) edged in golden yellow
- In mid to late spring you'll see brown flower spikes on long stems
- A hardy and low maintenance perennial plant which grows up to 30cm high and is best grown in partial shade
- Perfect for Mediterranean gardens, mixed borders and woodland planting schemes - Goldwell is compact enough to plant under trees
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Carex oshimensis 'Goldwell' grows beautifully in 30 cm pots, offering variegated foliage in temperatures up to 25°C.
How big does it get?
Carex oshimensis 'Goldwell' typically reaches a mature height of 40 cm and a spread of 40 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Carex oshimensis 'Goldwell' requires full sun or partial shade to flourish.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Carex oshimensis 'Goldwell' 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 oshimensis 'Goldwell' 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 oshimensis 'Goldwell' 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 'Goldwell' 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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