Carex morrowii Ice Dance

Carex morrowii 'Ice Dance' is a popular ornamental grass known for its distinctive variegated foliage. It is a low-maintenance evergreen plant that forms dense clumps and grows up to 30cm tall. Its leaves are dark green with creamy white margins, which add a bright contrast to the landscape. This plant is suitable for a range of garden styles, including Japanese, modern, and naturalistic.

Why we like it:

• Low maintenance and easy to grow
• Adds interest to the garden with its variegated foliage
• Tolerates a wide range of growing conditions, including both wet and dry soils

What to know:

• Prefers moist soil but can also tolerate dry conditions once established
• Best grown in partial shade, but can also tolerate full sun
• Prune back old foliage in spring to encourage new growth
• Flowers in late spring to early summer, producing small brown seed heads
• Can be propagated through division in spring or autumn

Height and Spread:

• Height: up to 30cm
• Spread: up to 45cm