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Carex siderosticta Variegata

Carex siderosticha Variegata
Variegated creeping broad-leaved Sedge

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Arrived in Durmance, it is already very beautiful.

Carlos, 16/04/2020

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Small grass forming a dense rosette of large green leaves edged with white.
Height at maturity
40 cm
Spread at maturity
40 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade, Shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -15°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Recommended planting time March to June
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Description

Originally from damp, wooded mountains in the Far East, Carex siderosticta 'Variegata' forms a fairly dense rosette composed of wide, bright green leaves, striated and marginated with silver bands.

Unfortunately, this superb foliage does not persist in winter, but regrows very early in spring and regains all its decorative interest from April onwards. The thin and few spikes do not add any more value to the plant.

Easy to grow, it appreciates partial shade and rich, light and moist soil. Plant it alongside hosta, ferns, and heucheras.

Carex siderosticta Variegata in pictures

Carex siderosticta Variegata (Flowering) Flowering
Carex siderosticta Variegata (Foliage) Foliage

Flowering

Flower colour insignificant
Flowering time April to May

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour variegated with white

Plant habit

Height at maturity 40 cm
Spread at maturity 40 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Carex

Species

siderosticha

Cultivar

Variegata

Family

Cyperaceae

Other common names

Variegated creeping broad-leaved Sedge

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

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It prefers humus-rich, moist to wet, fertile soil that is not too heavy. Plant in a semi-shaded exposure.

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Recommended planting time March to June

Intended location

Suitable for Shaded rockery, Woodland edge, Undergrowth
Type of use Edge of border
Hardiness Hardy down to -15°C (USDA zone 7b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade, Shade
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light), Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture Moist soil, rich in humus

Care

Pruning instructions Comb the old foliage with a rake or by hand. This grass does not tolerate pruning.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time February to April
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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