Carex oshimensis EverColor® 'Eversheen,' 1 pint

Each slender, dark green leaf of Carex oshimensis EverColor® 'Eversheen' features a broad central stripe of yellow, and the mass of foliage arches out from a tight crown to create an elegant little specimen. This Sedge combines well with Ferns, Hellebores, and small Hostas, and it's delightful in pots, too. PP 25,938

The globally distributed genus Carex, comprising well over 1,500 species, is a highly versatile group of plants for gardens and landscapes. Otherwise known as Sedges, these diverse perennials are identified by their unique triangular stems as described in the beloved botanical mnemonic, “Sedges have edges, Rushes are round…” Sedges, sometimes grown as annuals depending on a region’s cold hardiness zone, have either a spreading (rhizomatous) or a tufted habit. Their linear leaves, from hair-like to strap-shaped, can be deciduous or evergreen and are often colored or variegated, making these plants coveted for their foliage. There is a Sedge for practically every condition, whether sun or shade, wet or dry, which opens this genus to a wide range of uses. In gardens, they are great as ground covers (especially beneath or alongside shade perennials) or as toppers for sunny stone walls. They are finding their way into larger projects, too, such as bioswales and alternatives for lawns. Here at White Flower Farm, we love using Sedges in container plantings, where the leaves add linear interest and terrific texture amid annuals and succulents.

For more information on the growing and care of Carex, click Growing Guide.