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Japanese Sedge

Grass

Carex morrowii 'Ice Dance'

  • Partial sun
  • Zones 5–9
  • 60 days to maturity
  • Flowers
  • 12" spacing
  • Moderate water
  • pH 5.5–7
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  • Overview

    An elegant evergreen sedge with distinctive cream-edged leaves that brightens shady areas year-round. This low-maintenance groundcover forms neat clumps and tolerates both wet and dry conditions, making it incredibly versatile for problem areas.

  • Planting

    Seeds need cold stratification. Division of established plants is more reliable than seed starting.

  • Growing

    Sun: partial. Water: moderate. Soil pH: 5.5–7. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 21-60.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Slugs and snails in wet conditions. Common diseases: Crown rot in poorly drained soils.