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Carex siderosticha 'Variegata' (Broad-leaf sedge)

Carex siderosticha 'Variegata' Photo/Illustration: Steve Aitken

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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Carex siderosticha 'Variegata' KARE-eks sid-er-oh-STIK-ah Common Name: Broad-leaf sedge Genus: Carex
This sedge's pearly, straplike leaves resemble striped ribbon waiting to be wrapped around a package. It sports fuzzy green flowers with green stamens in late spring. Grow as an edging or groundcover.
Noteworthy characteristics: Bright green and white foliage. Sometimes late to emerge in spring.
Care: Full sun (with adequate moisture) or part shade. Grows best in damp soil and shade, but can take wetter soil and more sun.
Propagation: Sow seed in containers and overwinter in a cold frame. Divide between spring and early summer.
Problems: Rust, smut, and leaf spot. Aphids are possible.
Height 6 in. to 12 in.
Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Growth Habit Clumps
Light Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture Medium to Wet
Characteristics Showy Foliage
Bloom Time Late Spring; Spring
Foliage Color Variegated Foliage
Flower Color Green Flower
Uses Beds and Borders, Waterside
Style Cottage Garden, Rock Garden, Woodland Garden
Seasonal Interest Spring Interest, Summer Interest, Fall Interest
Type Rushes and Sedges

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