Product Description
Carex hachijoensis 'Evergold' (10)ct Quarts
a/k/a Evergold Sedge, Sedge Grass, Variegated Japanese Sedge, Carex oshimensis 'Evergold'
Carex hachijoensis 'Evergold', also known as Evergold Sedge or Variegated Japanese Sedge, is a captivating ornamental grass that brings a touch of sunshine to shady corners with its vibrant foliage and graceful habit. This guide will explore its striking variegation, graceful form, versatile applications, shade tolerance, and low-maintenance beauty, offering insights on how to best incorporate this stunning plant into your garden.
'Evergold' is renowned for its slender, arching leaves that feature a bright creamy-yellow center and deep green margins. This striking variegation creates a luminous effect, illuminating shady areas and adding a touch of elegance to borders and containers. The contrast between the creamy-yellow and deep green not only enhances the plant's visual appeal but also brings a dynamic quality to the garden, making it a focal point in any landscape design.
The foliage of 'Evergold' grows in dense, cascading clumps, forming a soft, fountain-like mound. This graceful habit adds movement and texture to the garden, making 'Evergold' a standout performer in a variety of settings. The plant's flowing form can soften hard edges and provide a sense of continuity in garden design, blending seamlessly with other plants and elements.
This adaptable sedge thrives in a variety of conditions, making it a versatile choice for groundcover, borders, rock gardens, or even containers. Its cascading habit makes it particularly well-suited for hanging baskets and raised beds. Whether used as a standalone specimen or in combination with other plants, 'Evergold' adds a unique touch that enhances the overall aesthetic of the garden.
- Borders: 'Evergold' can be used to define garden beds and pathways, creating a soft, flowing edge that contrasts beautifully with more rigid plant forms.
- Containers: Its striking foliage and graceful habit make it an excellent choice for containers, where it can be placed strategically to brighten up patios, balconies, or entryways.
- Rock Gardens: In rock gardens, 'Evergold' provides a striking contrast to the rugged textures of stones and gravel, adding a touch of elegance and softness.
- Groundcover: When planted en masse, 'Evergold' forms a lush, vibrant carpet that can cover large areas, suppressing weeds and reducing maintenance.
'Evergold' thrives in partial shade, making it an ideal choice for areas with limited sunlight. Its ability to brighten up shady spots makes it a perfect addition to woodland gardens, north-facing slopes, or any shady nook in need of a touch of brightness. The plant's shade tolerance also means it can be used to fill gaps in areas where other plants might struggle to thrive.
One of the most attractive features of 'Evergold' is its low-maintenance nature. Once established, this sedge requires minimal care, making it an excellent choice for busy gardeners or those looking for easy-to-grow plants. Providing well-drained soil and occasional watering during dry periods is usually sufficient to keep 'Evergold' thriving. Its resilience and adaptability mean it can flourish with little intervention, allowing you to enjoy its beauty without the fuss.
- Variegated Foliage: The creamy-yellow center and deep green margins create a striking contrast that draws the eye and adds visual interest.
- Cascading Habit: The plant forms a graceful, flowing mound that adds movement and texture to the garden.
- Versatile Applications: Suitable for borders, containers, rock gardens, and more, 'Evergold' can be used in a variety of settings.
- Shade Tolerance: Thrives in partial shade to full shade, making it ideal for brightening up shady areas.
- Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and care for, requiring minimal attention once established.
Carex hachijoensis 'Evergold' is a versatile and visually striking plant that can enhance any garden with its radiant beauty and graceful form. Whether used as a groundcover, in borders, or in containers, 'Evergold' brings a touch of sunshine to shady areas and adds a sense of elegance and movement to the landscape. Its low-maintenance nature and adaptability make it a perfect choice for gardeners of all experience levels. Embrace the charm of 'Evergold' and let it illuminate your garden with its luminous foliage and captivating presence.
Zone 5 to 10,
Sun to part shade.
Mature foliage height 8 to 12 inches, clump forming.
Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Low to Average Water Needs
Average to Fertile Soil Quality
Deer Resistant
Evergreen
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Container, Edging, Ground Cover, Attractive Foliage, Small, Specimen, Focal Point
Ten (10) plants in quart containers per flat (or tray).
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
