Sedge (Carex)

Example of approximately what these plants look like when shipped. See the eighth photograph of any plant to see a photo of what it looks like when shipped.
Carex, a splendid Sedge, yields graceful, arching foliage that bends and bows creating lush, green coverage of color like a fresh coat of paint. Uses for Carex are drastically varied from specimens, to borders, containers, along the bank of a pond, or mass plantings as lawn-substitute groundcover in shaded areas.

Rarely eaten by deer and disease resistant, long-lasting and easy to grow, Carex is a non-invasive, dense to the point of choking out weeds, and is prized for its performance on slopes for erosion control. Whatever your garden needs, this weeping willow of grasses is truly elegant in any setting.

See photographs comparing average sizes of some bare roots and potted plants
Product
Appalachian Sedge {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25}
25 - 249: $11.97 each  |  250 - 999: $11.37 each
A graceful mounding grass that swirls in a stunning look of motion. 6-8" tall.
In stock.
Appalachian Sedge {tray of 72 cells}
1 flat of 72 cells: $328.32 ($4.56 per plant)
A graceful mounding grass that swirls in a stunning look of motion. 6-8" tall.
In stock.
Blue Sedge {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25}
25 - 249: $10.97 each  |  250 - 999: $10.27 each
A striking silver-blue Carnation-like mounding grass that undulates in the breeze. 6-10" tall.
In stock.
Blue Sedge 'Blue Zinger' {tray of 38 cells}
1 flat of 38 cells: $191.52 ($5.04 per plant)
Blue Sedge 'Blue Zinger' grows 10 to 18 inches tall and thrives in full sun or partial sun. Its striking blue-toned foliage offers a cool and refreshing touch to any garden or landscape.
In stock.
Bowles Golden Sedge 'Aurea' {tray of 38 cells}
1 flat of 38 cells: $243.96 ($6.42 per plant)
Bowles Golden Sedge 'Aurea' grows 24 to 36 inches tall and thrives in full sun or partial sun. Its vibrant golden foliage adds a striking and cheerful element to any garden or landscape.
In stock.
Bristle-Leaf Sedge {tray of 72 cells}
1 flat of 72 cells: $332.64 ($4.62 per plant)
Bristle-Leaf Sedge, reaching 6 to 12 inches in height, thrives in partial sun or full shade. Its fine, bristly foliage adds a unique and elegant touch to shaded or partially sunny garden areas.
In stock.
Everillo Sedge {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25}
25 - 249: $12.97 each  |  250 - 999: $12.37 each
Add a striking addition of vibrant color and motion to your garden as it bends and sways with the breeze. Bring brightness to your shady areas 10-16" tall.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected 12/02/2024.Email when available
Grassland Sedge {tray of 72 cells}
1 flat of 72 cells: $332.64 ($4.62 per plant)
Grassland Sedge, growing 12 to 18 inches tall, thrives in full sun or partial sun. Its delicate foliage offers a soft, natural touch to any garden or landscape, enhancing its overall aesthetic.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected date unknown.Email when available
New Zealand Hair Sedge 'Frosted Curls' {tray of 72 cells}
1 flat of 72 cells: $185.76 ($2.58 per plant)
New Zealand Hair Sedge 'Frosted Curls' grows 12 to 16 inches tall and thrives in full sun or partial sun. Its unique, frosted foliage adds a distinctive and charming touch to your garden or landscape.
In stock.
Orange Sedge {tray of 50 cells}
1 flat of 50 cells: $171.00 ($3.42 per plant)
Orange Sedge grows 18 to 24 inches tall and thrives in full sun or partial sun. Its vibrant orange foliage provides a bold and cheerful touch to any garden or landscape.
In stock.
Pennsylvania Sedge {flat of 12 Pots - quarts}
1 flat of 12 quarts: $155.64 ($12.97 per plant)
(Oak Sedge, Penn Sedge, Yellow Sedge, Early Sedge) From peridot green to light tan, this semi-evergreen native grass' long, narrow foliage shifts in color throughout the season. Cascading, low-growing groundcover, thrives in dry soil 6-12 " tall.
In stock.
Pennsylvania Sedge {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25}
25 - 249: $11.97 each  |  250 - 999: $11.37 each
(Oak Sedge, Penn Sedge, Yellow Sedge, Early Sedge) From peridot green to light tan, this semi-evergreen native grass' long, narrow foliage shifts in color throughout the season. Cascading, low-growing groundcover, thrives in dry soil 6-12 " tall.
In stock.
Pennsylvania Sedge {tray of 50 cells}
1 flat of 50 cells: $246.00 ($4.92 per plant)
(Oak Sedge, Penn Sedge, Yellow Sedge, Early Sedge) From peridot green to light tan, this semi-evergreen native grass' long, narrow foliage shifts in color throughout the season. Cascading, low-growing groundcover, thrives in dry soil 6-12 " tall.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected date unknown.Email when available
Sedge {tray of 38 cells}
1 flat of 38 cells: $204.06 ($5.37 per plant)
Sedge, growing between 12 and 18 inches tall, thrives in partial sun or full shade. Its graceful foliage adds a soft and elegant touch to shaded or partially sunny garden areas.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected date unknown.Email when available
Sedge 'Bunny Blue' {tray of 50 cells}
1 flat of 50 cells: $246.00 ($4.92 per plant)
Sedge 'Bunny Blue' grows 8 to 12 inches tall and thrives in partial sun or full shade. Its soft, blue-gray foliage adds a gentle and charming touch to shaded or partially sunny garden areas.
In stock.
Sedge 'Cappuccino' {tray of 72 cells}
1 flat of 72 cells: $185.76 ($2.58 per plant)
Sedge 'Cappuccino' reaches 12 to 16 inches in height and thrives in full sun or partial sun. Its rich, coffee-colored foliage adds a warm and stylish touch to your garden or landscape.
In stock.
Sedge 'Colorgrass Buchananii Red Rooster' {tray of 72 cells}
1 flat of 72 cells: $153.36 ($2.13 per plant)
Sedge 'Colorgrass Buchananii Red Rooster' grows to 24 inches tall and flourishes in full sun or partial sun. Its vibrant, red-tinted foliage creates a bold and stylish addition to any garden or landscape.
In stock.
Sedge 'Colorgrass Comans Amazon Mist' {tray of 72 cells}
1 flat of 72 cells: $153.36 ($2.13 per plant)
Sedge 'Colorgrass Comans Amazon Mist' reaches just 10 inches in height and thrives in full sun or partial sun. Its delicate, misty foliage adds a soft and refined touch to your garden or landscape.
In stock.
Sedge 'Colorgrass Comans Bronco' {tray of 72 cells}
1 flat of 72 cells: $153.36 ($2.13 per plant)
Sedge 'Colorgrass Comans Bronco' grows to 10 inches tall and thrives in full sun or partial sun. Its striking foliage adds a unique and appealing texture to any garden or landscape.
In stock.
Sedge 'Colorgrass Testacea Prairie Fire' {tray of 72 cells}
1 flat of 72 cells: $185.76 ($2.58 per plant)
Sedge 'Colorgrass Testacea Prairie Fire' grows 18 to 24 inches tall and excels in full sun or partial sun. Its fiery, vibrant foliage brings a bold and energetic touch to your garden or landscape.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected date unknown.Email when available
Sedge 'Evercolor Everest' {tray of 50 cells}
1 flat of 50 cells: $285.00 ($5.70 per plant)
Sedge 'Evercolor Everest' grows to 17 inches tall and thrives in full sun or partial sun. Its striking, evergreen foliage provides a vibrant and durable addition to your garden or landscape.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected 02/24/25.Email when available
Sedge 'Evercolor Everglow' {tray of 50 cells}
1 flat of 50 cells: $285.00 ($5.70 per plant)
Sedge 'Evercolor Everglow' reaches 19 inches in height and performs well in full sun or partial sun. Its vibrant, glowing foliage provides a lively and attractive touch to any garden or landscape.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected date unknown.Email when available
Sedge 'Evercolor Everillo' {tray of 50 cells}
1 flat of 50 cells: $285.00 ($5.70 per plant)
Sedge 'Evercolor Everillo' reaches 19 inches in height and performs well in full sun or partial sun. Its bright, golden-yellow foliage adds a lively and cheerful touch to any garden or landscape.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected 02/24/25.Email when available
Sedge 'Evercolor Everlime' {tray of 50 cells}
1 flat of 50 cells: $285.00 ($5.70 per plant)
Sedge 'Evercolor Everlime' grows to 12 inches tall and thrives in full sun or partial sun. Its vibrant lime-green foliage adds a fresh and energetic touch to your garden or landscape.
In stock.
Sedge 'Evercolor Everoro' {tray of 50 cells}
1 flat of 50 cells: $285.00 ($5.70 per plant)
Sedge 'Evercolor Everoro' reaches 18 inches in height and thrives in full sun or partial sun. Its striking orange-toned foliage adds a bold and vibrant touch to your garden or landscape.
In stock.
Sedge 'Evercolor Eversheen' {tray of 50 cells}
1 flat of 50 cells: $285.00 ($5.70 per plant)
Sedge 'Evercolor Eversheen' grows to 12 inches tall and performs well in full sun or partial sun. Its glossy, shimmering foliage adds a refined and eye-catching element to any garden or landscape.
In stock.
Sedge 'Evergold' {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25}
25 - 249: $12.97 each  |  250 - 999: $12.37 each
(Golden Japanese Variegated Sedge, Evergreen Striped Weeping Sedge, Oshima kan suge, Golden Japanese Variegated Rush) Fountains of slim, weeping, arched leaves with broad ivory stripes adorn this unique and prized clump-forming grass. 10-16" tall.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected 03/03/2025.Email when available
Sedge 'Evergold' {flat of 12 Pots - quarts}
1 flat of 12 quarts: $167.64 ($13.97 per plant)
(Golden Japanese Variegated Sedge, Evergreen Striped Weeping Sedge, Oshima kan suge, Golden Japanese Variegated Rush) Fountains of slim, weeping, arched leaves with broad ivory stripes adorn this unique and prized clump-forming grass. 10-16" tall.
In stock.
Sedge 'Evergold' {flat of 18 Pots - 3 1/2 in }
1 flat of 18 3 1/2" pots: $179.46 ($9.97 per plant)
(Golden Japanese Variegated Sedge, Evergreen Striped Weeping Sedge, Oshima kan suge, Golden Japanese Variegated Rush) Fountains of slim, weeping, arched leaves with broad ivory stripes adorn this unique and prized clump-forming grass. 10-16" tall.
In stock.
Sedge 'Evergold' {tray of 50 cells}
1 flat of 50 cells: $273.50 ($5.47 per plant)
(Golden Japanese Variegated Sedge, Evergreen Striped Weeping Sedge, Oshima kan suge, Golden Japanese Variegated Rush) Fountains of slim, weeping, arched leaves with broad ivory stripes adorn this unique and prized clump-forming grass. 10-16" tall.
In stock.
Sedge 'Feather Falls' {tray of 50 cells}
1 flat of 50 cells: $387.00 ($7.74 per plant)
Sedge 'Feather Falls' grows between 12 and 18 inches tall and flourishes in full sun or partial sun. Its soft, feather-like foliage adds a graceful and airy touch to your garden or landscape.
In stock.
Sedge 'Firefox' {tray of 72 cells}
1 flat of 72 cells: $185.76 ($2.58 per plant)
Sedge 'Firefox' reaches 24 inches in height and thrives in full sun or partial sun. Its vibrant, eye-catching foliage adds a lively and attractive element to any garden or landscape.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected 02/03/25.Email when available
Sedge 'Ice Dance' {flat of 12 Pots - quarts}
1 flat of 12 quarts: $167.64 ($13.97 per plant)
(Japanese Variegated Sedge, Frosted Sedge, Rush) An evergreen dense, spreading sedge with icey-white variegated edges and peridot centers that boldly brightens woodland/shaded areas even in winter. 12-15" tall.
In stock.
Sedge 'Ice Dance' {flat of 18 Pots - 3 1/4 in }
1 flat of 18 3 1/2" pots: $179.46 ($9.97 per plant)
(Japanese Variegated Sedge, Frosted Sedge, Rush) An evergreen dense, spreading sedge with icey-white variegated edges and peridot centers that boldly brightens woodland/shaded areas even in winter. 12-15" tall.
In stock.
Sedge 'Ice Dance' {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25}
25 - 249: $10.97 each  |  250 - 999: $10.27 each
(Japanese Variegated Sedge, Frosted Sedge, Rush) An evergreen dense, spreading sedge with icey-white variegated edges and peridot centers that boldly brightens woodland/shaded areas even in winter. 12-15" tall.
In stock.
Sedge 'Ice Dance' {tray of 38 cells}
1 flat of 38 cells: $188.86 ($4.97 per plant)
(Japanese Variegated Sedge, Frosted Sedge, Rush) An evergreen dense, spreading sedge with icey-white variegated edges and peridot centers that boldly brightens woodland/shaded areas even in winter. 12-15" tall.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected 02/24/25.Email when available
Sedge 'Moon Falls' {tray of 50 cells}
1 flat of 50 cells: $387.00 ($7.74 per plant)
Sedge 'Moon Falls' reaches 10 to 12 inches tall and excels in full sun or partial sun. Its gracefully arching foliage adds a soft and elegant touch to any garden or landscape.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected 01/06/25.Email when available
Sedge 'Ribbon Falls' {tray of 50 cells}
1 flat of 50 cells: $387.00 ($7.74 per plant)
Sedge 'Ribbon Falls' grows between 12 and 18 inches tall and excels in full sun or partial sun. Its gracefully cascading foliage adds a flowing and elegant touch to your garden or landscape.
In stock.
Sedge 'Toffee Twist' {tray of 72 cells}
1 flat of 72 cells: $207.36 ($2.88 per plant)
Sedge 'Toffee Twist' reaches 12 to 18 inches in height and excels in full sun or partial sun. Its unique, toffee-colored foliage adds a warm and stylish touch to your garden or landscape.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected date unknown.Email when available
Texas Sedge {tray of 72 cells}
1 flat of 72 cells: $332.64 ($4.62 per plant)
Texas Sedge, growing 6 to 12 inches tall, thrives in full sun or partial sun. Its fine-textured foliage adds a subtle yet attractive element to your garden or landscape.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected date unknown.Email when available
Variegated Sedge 'Ice Ballet' {tray of 38 cells}
1 flat of 38 cells: $201.78 ($5.31 per plant)
Variegated Sedge 'Ice Ballet' grows 12 to 24 inches tall and thrives in full sun or partial sun. Its striking, variegated foliage adds a refreshing and elegant touch to your garden or landscape.
In stock.
Variegated Sedge 'Silver Sceptre' {tray of 50 cells}
1 flat of 50 cells: $246.00 ($4.92 per plant)
Variegated Sedge 'Silver Sceptre' reaches 8 to 10 inches in height and flourishes in full sun or partial sun. Its silver-striped foliage adds a refined and shimmering touch to any garden or landscape.
In stock.

Specifications


General information about Carex (Sedge):
Carex, a splendid Sedge, yields graceful arching foliage that bends and bows, creating a lush, green coverage of color like a fresh coat of paint. Often used as a bold accent, for borders and mass plantings, in containers, or as a groundcover in shade and rock gardens, Carex can also be planted along banks of ponds, incorporated into perennial gardens, grouped together, and utilized as a ground cover along walkways, paths or on sloping banks.

Carex is wonderful for erosion control, deer and disease resistant, long-lasting and easy to grow. Low-maintenance, non-invasive, and dense to the point of choking out weeds, Carex spreads by rhizomes (slowly in dry soils and moderately fast in wet soils).

An excellent alternative to ivy and Pachysandra, Carex produces small, cream to brown, bottlebrush-like flowers in late spring that are rather insignificant to the plant's ornamental value. Most ornamental sedges grow best in moist or wet soil, however we do offer Pennsylvania Sedge which is an exception to that rule.

As a complete lawn substitute, water feature plant, or simply a container at your front entrance, Carex will give a lush, tropical feeling to your garden.

Gardener Tips
Sedge looks its best when the foliage is cut back in late winter or early spring before new growth occurs.

Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system.

In northern zones, it does best when planted out of the way of winter winds and provided with some protection such as snow or straw.

You simply cannot go wrong pairing a large garden scape of Coreopsis and Carex. Even in potted plantings, the golden blossoms of Coreopsis are a lovely foil to any Sedge.



Care
Sedge looks its best when the foliage is cut back in late winter or early spring before new growth occurs.

Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system.
General information that applies to all plants:
- Ground preparation, fertilization, pH
- Planting instructions
- Explanation and description of bare roots
- How to plant bare root plants
- If you cannot plant bare roots right away



Shipping
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