With its wide, strappy leaves measuring ¼-½" across, this carex makes a bold statement in the shade garden. The leaves are dark green with bright white variegated edges. Small, cream, bottlebrush-like flowers are produced in mid-spring but are rather insignificant to the plant's ornamental value.
This variety will grow in a variety of conditions, from nearly full sun to shade in average to moist soil. Unlike many other sedges, 'Ice Dance' is a slow to moderate spreader that should be used as a groundcover or contained in pots.
Height:
12.0-16.0 Inches
Spread:
18.0-24.0 Inches
Scape Height:
12.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones:
5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color:
White Shades
Foliage Color:
Variegated
Sunlight:
Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun) Full Shade (< 4 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Average Water Needs Consistent Water Needs
Soil Quality:
Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality
Soil Chemistry:
Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)
Bloomtime:
Mid Spring
Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant
Seasonal Interest:
Evergreen
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
Patio Container Eclectic Rain Garden Woodland Shade
Other Features:
Border Plant Container Ground Cover Small Specimen Focal Point
Origin:
Not Native to North America
This variety can grow in a variety of conditions, unlike some of its relatives. It will tolerate 3/4 day to 1/4 day of sun and grows in moist or average soil. 'Ice Dance' is evergreen in all but the coldest climates. In northern zones, 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.
Missouri Botanical Garden Plants of Merit
International Hardy Plant Union Outstanding Plant Award -- 2002
Height:
12.0-16.0 Inches
Spread:
18.0-24.0 Inches
Scape Height:
12.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones:
5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color:
White Shades
Foliage Color:
Variegated
Sunlight:
Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun) Full Shade (< 4 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Average Water Needs Consistent Water Needs
Soil Quality:
Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality
Soil Chemistry:
Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)
Bloomtime:
Mid Spring
Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant
Seasonal Interest:
Evergreen
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
Patio Container Eclectic Rain Garden Woodland Shade
Other Features:
Border Plant Container Ground Cover Small Specimen Focal Point
Origin:
Not Native to North America
This variety can grow in a variety of conditions, unlike some of its relatives. It will tolerate 3/4 day to 1/4 day of sun and grows in moist or average soil. 'Ice Dance' is evergreen in all but the coldest climates. In northern zones, 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.
Missouri Botanical Garden Plants of Merit
International Hardy Plant Union Outstanding Plant Award -- 2002
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