Banana Boat Sedge

Banana Boat Sedge (Carex 'Banana Boat')

Banana Boat Sedge (Carex 'Banana Boat') is a vibrant, ornamental sedge prized for its bright yellow-green foliage with striking dark green margins. This evergreen perennial adds bold color and fine texture to shaded gardens, borders, and container plantings, thriving in moist, well-drained soils.

Distinctive Features

'Banana Boat' forms dense clumps of arching, narrow leaves that maintain their bright yellow color throughout the growing season, contrasted by deep green edges. Its bold variegation provides year-round interest and adds a lively accent to shade gardens and mixed plantings.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Partial shade to full shade
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter
• Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5�9

Ideal Uses

• Shade Gardens: Adds bright color and texture in shady areas
• Mixed Borders: Provides variegated contrast among perennials
• Container Planting: Suitable for pots and small garden spaces
• Woodland Gardens: Complements native trees and shrubs
• Naturalistic Landscapes: Enhances texture and color in shaded settings

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Maintain consistent soil moisture; avoid drying out
• Pruning: Remove old or damaged foliage in early spring
• Fertilizing: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring if needed
• Mulching: Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
• Protection: Prefers sheltered, shaded environments

Why Choose Banana Boat Sedge?

• Bold Variegation: Bright yellow leaves with dark green margins create vibrant year-round interest
• Evergreen Foliage: Maintains color and texture throughout the seasons
• Compact Growth: Ideal for borders, containers, and shaded spaces
• Moisture-Loving: Thrives in consistently moist soils
• Focal Point: Adds striking color and form to shade gardens

Carex 'Banana Boat' is a colorful, low-maintenance sedge that brings bold variegation and graceful texture to shaded landscapes and container plantings.