Japanese Sedge
Carex oshimensis
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jul 16, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Japanese Sedge
Japanese sedge (Carex oshimensis) is an ornamental, evergreen clumping grass-like sedge prized for its arching, variegated foliage in shades of gold, green, and cream. In NE Florida it performs best as a cool-season shade accent or container plant; choose heat-tolerant cultivars like 'Feather Falls' for the best chance of summer survival. Starting at $19.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Loam, Moist, Well-drained
Care essentials
Grow in partial to full shade; in NE Florida's heat, deep shade or morning light only is best to prevent leaf scorch. More sun-tolerant cultivars like 'Feather Falls' can handle partial sun with adequate moisture.
Keep soil evenly moist but well-drained; avoid waterlogged conditions, which cause root rot. Mulch to conserve moisture. During NE Florida's dry season, consistent supplemental irrigation is important.
Plant in moist, fertile, well-drained loam amended with compost to improve sandy Florida soils. Apply a light balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring; avoid overfeeding, which reduces heat hardiness.
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Common questions
Is Japanese Sedge a good plant for St. Augustine?
Japanese Sedge is a plant for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 1-2 feet × 1.5-2 feet.