Golden Japanese Sedge
One of the outstanding ornamental grasses, Carex oshimensis ‘Evergold’ is a variegated form of the species. A Japanese sedge that is widely used in landscaping. The common name is Oshima kan suge, suge meaning Sedge in Japanese, or simply Golden Japanese Sedge.
This is an evergreen sedge, grown for the bright green and gold foliage that has a natural weeping habit it can be used as a border plant, grown in containers or in the rock garden. The foliage is fine and provides interesting texture in the garden.
Best grown in full sun to light afternoon shade, but not in deep shade. It also dislikes hot humid conditions so good air flow is important.
How to grow Carex oshimensis ‘Evergold’
You can use this as a feature plant or as a low border plant. It will form a low mound over time and is best in a well drained yet moist soil.
- Carex oshimensis ‘Evergold’ will thrive in good sun to dappled shade. The amount of sun depending on the climate zone, the hotter the climate the more shade..
- A well drained humus rich soil will assist with good strong growth.
- It is best to mulch around the plant to maintain a cool root run.
- Fertilise in early spring using a general purpose slow release type fertiliser.
This a plant that will reach around 30cm (12 inches) in height and is not only attractive but also low maintenance. More Carex Species
Pruning
- This is an evergreen sedge and you can simply rake out the old dead foliage as needed.
- It is best to divide the plant rather than cut it back, and this can be done in early spring.
Landscaping Uses
- Grow Carex oshimensis ‘Evergold’ along the edge of garden paths or driveways as a border.
- Mass planted as a ground cover in part shade.
- It is suited to groiwing in containers in a courtyard or on a patio.
- In the general garden border it can be used as an evergreen plnt to add year round interest.
- Useful in rock gardens, for height.
- Suited for using in a Japanese style garden design.
Carex oshimensis ‘Evergold’ is available from the following participating nurseries
138 Olinda-Monbulk Rd, Olinda VIC 3788
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www.gentiananursery.com.au