Carex oshimensis ‘Evergold’ – Variegated Sedge is a low-maintenance, evergreen ornamental sedge with striking golden-yellow foliage edged in deep green. This clump-forming, shade-tolerant sedge is perfect for groundcover, container plantings, and shaded pathways, adding color and texture year-round. Its graceful, arching habit makes it a standout in woodland gardens, rock gardens, and mixed perennial borders. Variegated Sedge is deer-resistant, drought-tolerant once established, and thrives in moist, well-drained soils, making it an excellent choice for eco-friendly landscaping in both sun and shade.

Why Choose Carex oshimensis ‘Evergold’ – Variegated Sedge?

• Striking Golden-Edged Foliage: Adds brightness and contrast to shaded areas.
• Low-Maintenance & Deer-Resistant: Requires minimal care and resists browsing from deer and rabbits.
• Versatile for Groundcover & Containers: Works well as a dense groundcover or cascading plant in shaded borders.

Cultivating Tips:

• Best grown in partial to full shade, though it tolerates some sun with adequate moisture.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil but can handle occasional dry conditions once established.
• Trim back old foliage in early spring to maintain a fresh, tidy appearance.

Design Ideas for Your Garden:

Carex oshimensis ‘Evergold’ is perfect for shaded borders, mass plantings, and rock gardens. Pair it with ferns, hostas, and heucheras for a layered look or use it as a bright accent in mixed perennial beds. Its fine-textured, cascading foliage softens hardscape edges, making it ideal for modern landscapes and woodland gardens.

Ecological Benefits:

While Carex oshimensis ‘Evergold’ is not a native species, it helps stabilize soil, retain moisture, and suppress weeds in shaded areas. Additionally, its dense, clumping habit provides habitat for beneficial insects and contributes to a healthier ecosystem.

Since Carex oshimensis ‘Evergold’ is not a native species, consider these native alternatives available at Bumbee’s:

• Carex appalachica – Appalachian Sedge – A fine-textured, shade-tolerant native sedge that forms soft, flowing tufts, ideal for woodland gardens.
• Panicum amarum – Bitter Panic Grass – A native ornamental grass with blue-green foliage that thrives in sandy and well-drained soils.
• Little Bluestem – Andropogon scoparium (Schizachyrium scoparium) – A native grass with blue-green summer foliage that turns striking copper-orange in fall.