Bowles Golden Sedge
Bowles Golden Sedge (Carex elata 'Bowles Golden')
Bowles Golden Sedge (Carex elata 'Bowles Golden') is a vibrant, ornamental sedge prized for its bright golden-yellow foliage and graceful, arching habit. This evergreen perennial adds striking color and texture to moist gardens, pond edges, and shaded borders.
Distinctive Features
'Bowles Golden' forms dense clumps of narrow, arching leaves that maintain their brilliant yellow hue throughout the growing season. Its elegant form and bold coloration create year-round interest and provide a striking contrast in shade gardens and water features.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Partial shade to full shade
- Soil: Moist to wet, well-drained soils; tolerates standing water
- Water: High; prefers consistently moist or saturated conditions
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 5�9
Ideal Uses
- Water Gardens: Ideal for pond margins and wet areas
- Shade Gardens: Adds bright color and texture in shady spots
- Mixed Borders: Provides vibrant contrast in perennial beds
- Container Planting: Suitable for moist soil containers
- Naturalistic Landscapes: Complements woodland and riparian settings
Low Maintenance Care
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist; avoid drying out
- Pruning: Remove old or damaged foliage to maintain neat appearance
- Fertilizing: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring if needed
- Mulching: Mulch to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature
- Protection: Prefers sheltered locations and protection from strong winds
Why Choose Bowles Golden Sedge?
- Bright Golden Foliage: Adds vibrant color year-round in moist, shaded gardens
- Graceful Arching Form: Provides elegant texture and movement
- Moisture-Loving: Thrives in wet soils and water garden margins
- Evergreen: Maintains foliage color throughout the seasons
- Focal Point: Bold color and form create striking landscape accents
Carex elata 'Bowles Golden' is a striking, low-maintenance sedge that brings bright color and elegant texture to moist, shaded landscapes and aquatic garden designs.
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