Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000287
11/12/99

Carex morrowii-- Japanese Sedge Grass


Hardiness Zone: 6 to 9
Height: 24 in Spacing: 18 in
Type: herbaceous perennial

Comments: Japanese Sedge Grass (Vis. 1) is usually present
in landscapes in the form of its variegated cultivars. The
plant grows best in a moist soil and can be used in wet
areas.

Propagation: Propagate by division.

Cultivars:
'Evergold' (var. aureo-variegata 'Old Gold', 'Everbrite')
- Leaves creamy-yellow with green margins, best in full
to light shade (Vis. 2).
'Ice Dance' - The leaves have white borders.

References for Cultivars: Walters Gardens 1999, Ray
Wiegand's Nursery 1999, Scarff's Nursery 1999, Willoway
Nurseries 1999.


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