Evergold Variegated Sedge (Carex oshimensis 'Evergold')

Evergold Variegated Sedge (Carex oshimensis 'Evergold') is a compact evergreen sedge with a clumping habit. Slightly arching, grass-like leaves have broad creamy-yellow centers and fine, dark green edges.

Grow in part sun and rich, moist, well-drained soil. Its variegated foliage adds contrast to borders, woodland plantings, and containers.

Growing details

• Plant type: Evergreen ornamental sedge
• Mature height: 1–1.5 feet
• Mature spread: 1–2 feet
• Spacing: Approximately 2 feet apart
• Hardiness: USDA zones 5–9
• Light: Part sun
• Soil: Rich, moist and well-drained
• Foliage: Creamy-yellow centers with dark green edges
• Habit: Compact clumps with slightly arching leaves

Care and garden use

This low-maintenance sedge is drought tolerant once established, though it prefers moist soil. It can grow in near-full sun if soil stays consistently moist, but foliage color may be less vivid. Cut foliage to the ground and remove it in late winter.

Use as an accent or in grouped plantings, borders, woodland gardens, wildlife gardens, naturalized areas, or containers. Pond- and stream-side sites should provide moist, well-drained soil. Pair with cardinal flower, bearded iris, or foamflower where growing conditions suit each plant.

Image credits: Photo ©2006 Derek Ramsey (Ram-Man), Evergold Sedge Carex oshimensis 'Evergold' Plant 3008px, CC BY-SA 2.5; (2) David J. Stang, Carex oshimensis Evergold 1zz, CC BY-SA 4.0; (3) David J. Stang, Carex oshimensis Evergold 3zz, CC BY-SA 4.0; (4) Leonora (Ellie) Enking, Carex oshimensis 'Evergold'. Plants naturally vary in appearance and may differ from the images shown.