Carex oshimensis 'Everillo' PP21002

EVERCOLOR® Series

Common Name: Japanese Sedge, Ornamental Grass

This sport of 'Evergold' has a similar performance to its parent but with a brilliant, solid gold leaf color. Long, thin arching leaf blades are chartreuse green toward the crown, but turn golden yellow as they are exposed to UV light. Short tan inflorescence appears just above the foliage.

Like 'Evergold', this low-growing evergreen sedge can be used in rock gardens or as spillers in containers. For best golden color, plant in a location with morning sun. In deep shade, foliage remains chartreuse. Plant in moist soils. From Pat Fitzgerald.

Height:

10.0-12.0 Inches

Spread:

28.0-32.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

5,6,7,8,9

Foliage Color:

Yellow shades

Sunlight:

Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Low Water Needs Average Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Critter Resistant:

Deer Resistant

Seasonal Interest:

Evergreen

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Patio Container Eclectic Rain Garden Rock Garden Woodland Shade

Other Features:

Border Plant Container Edging Ground Cover Attractive Foliage Small Specimen Focal Point

Origin:

Not Native to North America

'Everillo' is an evergreen variety that performs best in light to partial shade and rich soil with dry to average moisture. It tends to suffer in extreme heat. In northern climates, it should be sited out of the way of winter winds and provided with some protection such as snow or straw. If plants look tattered in early spring, cut them back to the ground. The new foliage will quickly fill back in.

Awards

Plantarium Bronze Medal -- 2010

Characteristics