Common
name: "Variegated Japanese Sedge Grass"
Latin name: Carex morrowii 'Variegata'
Zone: 5
- 9
Elevation to:
Growth habit: Upright clump
Max height: 12 - 18"
Spread: 12" Flowers: Yes, brownish-green
Flower type: Small
tufts above the plant.
Native to area: No
Sunshine:
Water:
Pictured:
Variegated Japanese Sedge Grass
Photo:
Missouri Botanic Gardens
Ornamental
Grasses Cultivation:
Plant Variegated Japanese Sedge Grass in a shady location in wet fertile soil.
The nicely variegated grass is a good choice for planting near a
water feature.
Space container grown plants
12" - 16" apart. This small copact grass can be used
as a marginal for water gardening. "Variegated Japanese Sedge
Grass" grows well in containers.
Propagation: Variegated Japanese Sedge Grass be grown from seed in a cold frame.
For quicker growth purchase pre-started plants at your local
Garden Center. Once established, the plants can be divided in
spring.
