Grass Carex Evercolor

SKU: 10187

$14.99

Carex Evercolor features finely textured, arching variegated foliage that adds year-round brightness to borders and containers. Its tidy mounding habit and evergreen appeal make it a versatile, low-maintenance accent for sun and shade.

Product Category

EverColor® Everglow Sedge

Carex oshimensis 'Everglow' PP #30,466

Grass ‘Carex Evercolor’ is a standout ornamental sedge prized for its vibrant, evergreen foliage and graceful, cascading texture. This versatile plant forms neat mounds of fine, arching leaves, typically variegated with soft green centers and creamy or golden margins, depending on the cultivar. Its luminous color brightens shady corners, softens garden edges, and adds refined texture to mixed plantings throughout the year.

Unlike many grasses that go dormant seasonally, Carex Evercolor maintains its fresh, polished look in every season, making it exceptionally valuable for four-season landscapes. Its compact size and reliable habit allow it to perform beautifully in containers, mass plantings, woodland gardens, and waterwise designs. Whether you’re looking to add contrast, soften hard lines, or introduce subtle movement, this evergreen sedge provides enduring beauty with minimal care requirements.

Care Instructions

Planting:
Plant in partial sun to shade, though some cultivars tolerate more sun in cooler climates. Space plants to allow soft mounding form.

Watering:
Water regularly during establishment. Mature plants prefer consistently moist soil but tolerate brief dry periods once rooted.

Pruning:
Trim back any damaged or tired foliage in late winter or early spring. Avoid cutting back hard unless renewing older clumps.

Pest Control:
Generally pest and disease resistant. Monitor for snails or slugs in moist, shaded conditions and treat as needed.

Soil Tips:
Thrives in moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil. Mulch lightly to conserve moisture and support strong root health.

Plant TypeOrnamental Grasses
Hardiness Zone(s)5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
ExposureIndirect Sunlight, Partial Sun
Season of InterestSpring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Plant Height18" - 24" (in)
Plant Spread18" - 24" (in)
Spacing12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in)
Water NeedsAverage
Maintenance LevelLow
Soil TypeSand, Loam, Clay, Chalk
Soil PHNeutral, Alkaline, Acidic
Soil DrainageWell-Drained, Moist but Well Drained
Bloom ColorVariegated, Green, Gold
Foliage ColorGold, Green, Variegated
CharacteristicsVariegated
Garden UsesBanks and Slopes, Edging, Patio and Containers

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