Carex oshimensis 'Evergold' - Award-Winning Japanese Sedge
Carex oshimensis 'Evergold' is a hardy ornamental grass featuring striking gold foliage with green edges. This variegated Japanese sedge brings year-round color to shady spots where other plants struggle. The arching, grass-like leaves create a cascading fountain effect that adds texture and movement to any garden space.
Key Features
This evergreen sedge maintains its attractive appearance throughout all seasons, making it a reliable choice for continuous garden interest. The creamy-gold center stripe contrasts beautifully with dark green margins, creating an eye-catching display in borders, rock gardens, and containers. Winner of the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit, 'Evergold' has proven its garden worthiness through years of testing.
Growing 10-25cm tall with a compact, clumping habit, this Japanese sedge works perfectly as ground cover, edging along pathways, or as a spiller in mixed containers. Unlike many sedges that prefer wet conditions, 'Evergold' thrives in moderate to slightly dry soil, making it adaptable to various garden situations.
Growing Conditions
Carex oshimensis 'Evergold' performs best in partial to full shade, though it tolerates some morning sun in cooler climates. It prefers well-drained soil and moderate moisture levels. Hardy in zones 5-9, this low-maintenance grass requires minimal care beyond occasional tidying in early spring. The deer-resistant foliage remains attractive without heavy feeding or frequent watering once established.
This ornamental grass attracts beneficial insects while remaining resistant to most pests and diseases. Its fine-textured leaves soften hard edges in formal designs and blend seamlessly into informal garden settings. The compact size makes it ideal for small spaces, container gardens, and areas where larger grasses would overwhelm.
Bulk Pack Advantage
This 24-plant pack offers excellent value for creating instant impact in your landscape. Space plants 18-24 inches apart for ground cover applications, or use them throughout borders and beds for consistent texture and color. Each plant arrives in a 9cm growing pot, ready to transplant into your garden.
Please note: Plants are living products and may therefore differ from the photo and description. Minor natural imperfections can occur. These often recover in your garden. These plants are vigorous and long-lasting. They are supplied in growing pots and are shipped directly from our partner growers.
At a Glance
- Type: outdoor garden plant
- Care: easy — low maintenance, drought-tolerant
- Delivery: free delivery across Ireland and 24 more EU countries (5–8 working days), covered by our healthy-arrival guarantee
- Soleil ou ombre
- Plein soleil, Mi-ombre
- Hauteur
- 0,1-0,5 m
- Largeur
- 0,1-0,5 m
- Feuillage
- Persistant
- Floraison
- Été
- Temps pour atteindre la maturité
- 2-5 ans
- Orientation
- Ouest, Sud, Nord, Est
- Rusticité (RHS)
- H7 (jusqu'à environ -20 °C)
Sources: RHS Plant Finder
Plages issues du RHS Plant Finder et de PFAF. Elles indiquent ce que la plante tolère ; les conditions locales varient.
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Délais de livraison habituels
Les 25 pays de l'UE - 5 à 8 jours ouvrés
Les délais de livraison sont des estimations et peuvent varier selon les conditions locales.