Everest Sedge
Everest Sedge (Carex oshimensis 'Everest')
Everest Sedge (Carex oshimensis 'Everest') is a graceful, evergreen ornamental grass valued for its striking white and green variegated foliage and compact clumping habit. This versatile perennial adds bright texture and year-round interest to shaded gardens, borders, and container plantings.
Distinctive Features
'Everest' forms dense clumps of narrow, arching leaves with bold white stripes along the margins, providing high-contrast variegation that remains vibrant throughout the growing season. Its fine texture and elegant form make it a popular choice for adding brightness and structure in shade gardens.
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 variegation and texture in shady spots
- Mixed Borders: Provides contrast among perennials and shrubs
- Container Planting: Suitable for pots and small garden spaces
- Woodland Gardens: Complements native trees and shade-loving plants
- Naturalistic Landscapes: Enhances texture and color in shaded areas
Low Maintenance Care
- Watering: Maintain consistent soil moisture; avoid drying out
- Pruning: Remove old or damaged foliage in early spring to encourage fresh growth
- Fertilizing: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring if needed
- Mulching: Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
- Protection: Prefers sheltered, shaded environments
Why Choose Everest Sedge?
- Striking Variegation: Bold white margins add year-round brightness
- Evergreen Foliage: Maintains color and texture through all seasons
- Compact Growth: Ideal for borders, containers, and shade gardens
- Moisture-Loving: Thrives in consistently moist, well-drained soils
- Focal Point: Adds vibrant color and elegant form to shaded landscapes
Carex oshimensis 'Everest' is a colorful, low-maintenance sedge that brings bright variegation and graceful texture to shaded gardens and container plantings.
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