Carex morrowii

 Carex morrowii 'Variegata' is a semi-evergreen Japanese Sedge forming a low, slow-spreading tufted mound of narrow, arching, glossy, deep green leaves adorned with fine creamy-white edges. In mid to late spring it bears inconspicuous brown flower spikes on long stems. Attractive both in shape and foliage, this highly decorative grass is evergreen in USDA Zones 8-9. Easy care, it is one of the most beautiful ornamental grasses for the garden, where it provides a lovely contrast with other plants, mulch, or gravel.

• Forms a densely tufted, spilling tussock of slender, iridescent foliage that shimmers in slight breezes. It mixes beautifully with almost any flowering bulbs or perennial plants to create spectacular and elegant mobile combinations.
• Grows easily about 12-18 in. tall (30-45 cm) and 18-24 in. wide (45-60 cm).
• Enjoys full sun to shade and thrives in moist, fertile, well-drained soils. The best foliage color is obtained in the part shade rather than in sun. Foliage may bleach if grown in full sun. Do not let the soil dry out.
• This is a graceful accent plant for beds, borders, rock gardens, city or cottage gardens, and as ground cover. Excellent choice to brighten shady areas. Does well in containers too where it adds wonderful character and texture to your plant combinations.
• Deer tolerant, it requires very little care and provides almost year-round interest.
• Generally disease and pest free.
• Where not evergreen, foliage should be cut to the ground and removed in late winter.
• Propagate by plant division in spring or seeding in the fall.

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Requirement
Hardiness	5,6,7,8,9
Heat Zones	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12
Climate Zones	3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 3A, 3B
Plant Type	Ornamental Grasses
Plant Family	Cyperaceae
Exposure	Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade
Season of Interest	Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, Early Spring, Mid Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer, Mid Summer, Late Summer
Height	1' - 2'
Spread	1' - 2'
Water Needs	Average
Maintenance	Low
Soil Type	Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Characteristics	Deer Tolerant, Wet Soil Tolerant
Garden Styles	City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Modern Garden
Planting Place	Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers